Constipation or constipation is the frequency of bowel movements that are less than usual. Each person's bowel movements are different. But generally in one week, humans defecate at least more than 3 times. If the frequency of bowel movements is less than 3 times a week, then a person is said to be constipated. As a result, the stool becomes dry and hard, making it harder to pass from the anus.
Defecation is the last stage of the digestive process. In the human digestive system, the food consumed goes to the stomach, small intestine, then large intestine. After the water and nutrients needed by the body are absorbed in the intestines, the remaining food is then excreted through the anus as feces.
Everyone can experience constipation from time to time, but it's usually not a serious condition and lasts only a short time. The severity of constipation varies from person to person. In some cases, constipation can become chronic if this condition is repeated several times within 3 months. This chronic constipation disorder can interfere with the sufferer's daily activities.
The cause of constipation can be more than one factor, from poor diet and living, or certain medical conditions. While in children, in addition to some of the causes that have been mentioned, the habit of holding back the urge to defecate or stress can also make them experience constipation. To overcome constipation, the treatment steps that can be taken are by changing diet and lifestyle, giving medication (laxatives or laxatives), or operating procedures.