Treatment for constipation

Medical Advice: For pain that is severe or persistent, seek medical help from your health care provider. 5. Constipation–Definition: Excessively hard and infrequent stools Causes: Insufficient water and fiber (whole wheat, bran, vegetables, prunes), improper diet (eg, too much rice, cheese), lack of exercise, occasionally medications (eg, prescription pain and cough medicine) Self- Care: Increase fluids and fiber Watch for the following: Severe pain or rectal bleeding Seek Medical Advice: …