Constipation
Constipation refers to the slow movement of waste or stool through the digestive tract or the ineffective elimination of waste or stool from the rectum. This causes the stool to become hard and dry. There are a lot of causes and triggers that affect constipation. One of these is a blockage in the colon and rectum. This blockage prompts the stool movement to slow down or stop. Another is an underlying problem with the nerves around the rectum and colon. This causes the colon muscles and rectum to contract and move the stool through the small and large intestines.
Another factor is the struggle of the forces to eliminate stools. Pelvic muscles are involved in bowel movement. The inability of the pelvic muscle to relax is a problem and may lead to chronic constipation or, worse, IBS. As a result, patients with IBS are more likely to experience frequent constipation. Recent data shows that 8 out of 10 patients with IBS suffer from constipation.
A study proved that a high-fiber diet could reduce the chances of constipation among patients with IBS. These high-fiber foods are beans, vegetables, fruits, and whole wheat cereals.
