The occurrence and causes of constipation Constipation refers to too few bowel movements, or difficult and uncomfortable bowel movements, dry and hard stools, and low volume. Strictly speaking, constipation is a symptom, not a disease. However, this “symptom” is a problem for thousands of people. People also wonder: what are the factors that cause constipation? Here, we might as well list some: 1, psychosomatic constipation – common in some long-term mental tension, work pressure, less physical activity; 2, poor dietary constipation – because the diet is too fine, long-term lack of dietary fiber, drink less water, coupled with the quiet not like to move, so that the intestinal tract stimulation is insufficient, causing constipation 3, constipation caused by long-term use of certain drugs – common in the long-term use of painkillers, antihypertensive drugs, diuretics, some calcium preparations, antidepressants and narcotics; 4, constipation caused by intestinal diseases – the most common is suffering from intestinal irritability, and can be manifested at the same time as “constipation -Diarrhea” alternately. In addition, intestinal tumors, inflammation, adhesions and surgery may cause mechanical stenosis of the intestine, so that the operation of intestinal contents is blocked, resulting in constipation; 5, constipation caused by systemic diseases – such as diabetes mellitus, uremia, hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, etc., damage defecation function, can cause control of gastrointestinal tract plant neuropathy, resulting in constipation. 6, weak constipation – common in the elderly, due to reduced muscle strength, or malnutrition, chronic wasting diseases and other muscle weakness related to defecation, causing defecation difficulties. Treatment of constipation and dietary control The primary cause of constipation should be actively and effectively treated. For example, for mechanical constipation, intestinal obstruction should be removed first; for diabetic patients, blood glucose should be controlled first to delay or reduce the lesion of vegetative nerves, etc. For patients with constipation without intestinal stenosis and other organic pathologies, the following approaches can be taken: 1, increase the intake of dietary fiber. Constipated patients should be encouraged to consume 1-2 meals of coarse grains daily, and at the same time, eat more vegetables and fruits with high fiber content, such as celery, leek, cabbage, rape, etc. In addition, general constipation patients consume 5-10 grams of konjac daily also have some effect. It should be noted that the dietary fiber intake should be decided according to their gastrointestinal tolerance, gradually increase from a small amount, so as not to cause or aggravate abdominal pain, abdominal distension. 2, encourage friends with constipation to drink more water. Drinking 1 cup of light salt water, or cow (yogurt) milk, or honey in the morning is a proven method for many constipated patients. 3, according to the physical condition, moderate increase in exercise to enhance the strength of the abdominal muscles, while improving the regulation of the intestinal tract by the plant nerves. This appears to be more meaningful to elderly patients with constipation. 4.Do not eat irritating food and condiments, such as chili, curry, etc. 5, moderate increase in the amount of cooking oil, such as soybean oil, peanut oil, sesame oil, etc., as intestinal lubricants to facilitate laxation. But for friends suffering from obesity, hyperlipidemia, coronary heart disease, this method should be used with caution. 6, can use laxative measures, including the use of laxatives, such as laxative, but should be careful not to use too much to cause diarrhea. Topical medications such as corked milk can also be tried. 7, to develop a good habit of regular defecation, which is particularly important for elderly patients with fecal impaction. 8, the treatment of constipation requires special emphasis on individualization. Attention should be paid to investigating the personality of the patient and relieving their psychological pressure, which is often important and effective for many friends suffering from constipation.