Elderly people can not solve the stool belongs to constipation, may be caused by improper diet, long-term bed-ridden and other physiological factors, but also may be hemorrhoids, intestinal tumors and other diseases caused by the need to take general treatment, medication, surgical treatment and other ways to deal with.
1. Physiological factors: constipation in the elderly has more causes, if you do not pay attention to the diet structure with, or long-term bedridden, it will cause constipation. In this case, by improving the bad eating habits, drink more water, increase the amount of vegetables and fruits, and get out of bed appropriately.
2. Hemorrhoids: If the elderly suffer from hemorrhoids, constipation will also occur, related to defecation difficulties. The first thing to do is to change your lifestyle, diet and bowel habits. Lactulose and other laxatives can be given, and if necessary, surgical treatment. If there is pain, you can use topical nitroglycerin ointment, which can improve the pain and difficulty in defecation.
3. Intestinal tumor: If the elderly suffer from intestinal occupational lesions, constipation will also occur. If it is a benign tumor, timely surgical resection is recommended. If it is malignant tumor, according to the situation, choose surgery, radiotherapy and so on.
There are many reasons for constipation in the elderly, so it is recommended to bring them to the doctor for examination, clear diagnosis, and choose the appropriate way to deal with it.