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Constipation.

A B Dey1

  • 1Department of Medicine, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Ansari Nagar, New Delhi, India.

The National Medical Journal of India
|March 20, 1999
PubMed
Summary
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Constipation, often caused by functional disorders, affects many individuals. Treatment focuses on lifestyle changes, dietary adjustments, and laxatives for symptom relief.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Internal Medicine

Background:

  • Constipation is a prevalent clinical issue with no universally agreed-upon definition due to variations in normal bowel habits.
  • Key abnormalities include altered colonic transit and anorectal mechanism disorders.
  • Functional disorders represent the most frequent cause of constipation, outweighing organic etiologies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a concise overview of constipation's common causes and management strategies.
  • To emphasize the importance of clinical assessment in diagnosing constipation.
  • To guide healthcare professionals on appropriate investigation and treatment approaches.

Main Methods:

  • Clinical assessment incorporating detailed patient history, focusing on lifestyle, diet, and personality traits.

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  • Evaluation of colonic transit and anorectal function.
  • Review of current treatment modalities, including laxative therapies.

    • Main Results:

    • Functional disorders are the predominant cause of constipation.
    • Extensive investigations are rarely necessary for diagnosis.
    • Symptomatic relief is achievable through reassurance and long-term management with various laxatives.

    Conclusions:

    • Constipation is primarily a functional disorder requiring a thorough clinical evaluation.
    • Management should prioritize lifestyle modifications and judicious use of laxatives.
    • Effective symptomatic relief can be achieved with appropriate long-term treatment strategies.