The symptoms of constipation in the elderly are similar to the symptoms of constipation in the general population, usually more than 48 hours without defecation, the appearance of stomach pain, the patient complains that there is stool at the anal opening, but there is no strength to discharge, is the main characteristic of constipation in the elderly. Older people with age, the body’s various abilities will decline, including muscle strength will also decline, so the elderly are prone to form constipation. For the elderly constipation should consume enough dietary fiber, dietary fiber is more important in the process of stool formation, usually found in green leafy vegetables, such as spinach, celery and so on. If the elderly have bad teeth, you can make dumplings, wontons, vegetable porridge, to encourage the elderly to eat more vegetables. In addition, the elderly should be allowed to develop the habit of drinking more water, because the main component of intestinal fluid is water, and when there is enough intestinal fluid to facilitate defecation. With the decline in physical function, the amount of exercise will be reduced, intestinal peristalsis will also be reduced, so the elderly should be allowed to do abdominal massage to improve the symptoms of constipation.