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[What people mean by constipation? A general population based-study.].

J M Remes-Troche1, R Carmona-Sánchez, M González-Gutiérrez

  • 1Laboratorio de Fisiología Digestiva y Motilidad Gastrointestinal, Instituto de Investigaciones Médico Biológicas, Universidad Veracruzana, Veracruz, Veracruz. jose.remes.troche@gmail.com

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Many people perceive constipation differently than medical definitions. A study in Mexico found 61% of individuals self-diagnosing constipation did not meet Rome criteria for functional constipation or IBS-C.

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Area of Science:

  • Gastroenterology
  • Public Health Research
  • Symptom Perception Studies

Context:

  • The term "constipation" encompasses diverse symptoms like infrequent stools, straining, and incomplete evacuation, leading to patient-physician discrepancies.
  • Understanding the general population's perception of constipation is crucial for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment strategies.

Purpose:

  • To evaluate the general population's understanding and self-perception of constipation across six major cities in Mexico.
  • To compare self-reported constipation with established diagnostic criteria, specifically Rome III criteria for functional constipation (FC) and irritable bowel syndrome with constipation (IBS-C).

Summary:

  • A cross-sectional study surveyed 1,041 individuals in Mexico regarding their perception of constipation, stool frequency, and form (Bristol scale).
  • While 34% self-identified as constipated, only 21% met FC criteria and 18% met IBS-C criteria; 61% met neither.
  • Straining was the most common symptom defining self-perceived constipation (47%), with low concordance (0.14) between self-perception and Rome criteria.

Impact:

  • Highlights a significant gap between public perception of constipation and clinical diagnostic criteria in the Mexican population.
  • Suggests a need for improved patient education and physician communication to align understanding of constipation symptoms.
  • Informs public health initiatives and clinical practice guidelines for managing constipation more effectively.