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Constipation
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the act of making something futile and useless (as by routine)
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a medical condition in which one has difficulty emptying one's bowels
What is "constipation"?
Constipation is a common digestive problem where a person has few bowel movements or difficulty passing stool. Symptoms include having fewer than three bowel movements a week, hard or dry stools, and pushing hard to have a bowel movement. Causes of constipation can include a lack of fiber in the diet, not drinking enough water, lack of physical activity, certain medications, and ignoring the urge to have a bowel movement. Treatment typically involves increasing fiber and water intake, exercising regularly, and sometimes using over-the-counter medicines that help in passing stool.
Example
Symptoms of volvulus may include nausea, vomiting, and constipation.
In cases of severe constipation, doctors may recommend a series of enemas.
Lately, I've been dealing with constipation.
The doctor recommended a purgative to relieve constipation.
He consumed a laxative herbal tea to alleviate his constipation.