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Signs of constipation
Signs of constipation
Fewer than three bowel movements a week
Fewer than three bowel movements a week
Straining or discomfort when you pass stools that are hard, solid and lumpy
Straining or discomfort when you pass stools that are hard, solid and lumpy
A constant feeling of fullness, abdominal bloating and pain
A constant feeling of fullness, abdominal bloating and pain
Not feeling like you’ve properly emptied your bowels
Not feeling like you’ve properly emptied your bowels
Constipation in Seniors:
Why is it more common?
So what are the causes for constipation in the elderly? As we age, our digestion and metabolism slow down. We might be exercising less often and delay how quickly we get to the toilet when there’s an urge to pass a stool. Combine these factors with not consuming enough dietary fiber and fluids, and occasional constipation becomes more likely. There are also other physical conditions and medications that can cause it.
Constipation in Seniors: Why is it more common?
So what are the causes for constipation in the elderly? As we age, our digestion and metabolism slow down. We might be exercising less often and delay how quickly we get to the toilet when there’s an urge to pass a stool. Combine these factors with not consuming enough dietary fiber and fluids, and occasional constipation becomes more likely. There are also other physical conditions and medications that can cause it. Small diet changes can make a big difference in your fiber intake.
Tips on preventing
constipation in the elderly
Making some lifestyle changes may help with occasional constipation.
Talk to a healthcare professional
If making dietary and lifestyle changes still aren’t doing the trick, ask your doctor about taking MiraLAX® – the #1 recommended laxative brand by doctors and gastroenterologists. It is an osmotic laxative that works naturally with the water in your body to relieve occasional constipation without harsh side effects such as bloating, cramping or sudden urgency.
Talk to the healthcare professional
If making dietary and lifestyle changes still aren’t doing the trick, ask your doctor about taking MiraLAX® – the #1 recommended laxative brand by doctors and gastroenterologists. It is an osmotic laxative that works naturally with the water in your body to relieve occasional constipation without harsh side effects such as bloating, cramping or sudden urgency.
