Long-term constipation is a common digestive symptom that includes difficulty in defecation, hard and dry stools, etc. But in fact, constipation is not just a simple symptom, it can also cause serious harm to human health.
First of all, long-term constipation may lead to intestinal blockage, causing discomfort such as bloating and abdominal pain. Constipation can also cause stool to stay in the intestine for too long and bacteria to multiply, which can lead to intestinal inflammation and infection, and in severe cases, intestinal perforation and bleeding.
Secondly, constipation can lead to ** problems, such as acne, pigmentation, etc. Constipation can cause toxins to accumulate in the body, making them rough and dull, and it can also affect metabolism and the ability to excrete waste, which can lead to problems.
In addition, constipation may increase the risk of other medical conditions. Long-term constipation may increase the burden on the liver and kidneys, increasing the risk of liver and kidney disease. In addition, constipation can also lead to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, as constipation can lead to increased blood pressure and an increased risk of heart disease and stroke.
For patients with long-term constipation, it is necessary to take timely measures to reduce symptoms and prevent complications. There are many ways to get constipated, here are some of the common ones and their pros and cons:
1.Dietary regulation: Diet is an important means of constipation. Patients can increase the intake of dietary fiber, such as fruits, vegetables, whole wheat bread, etc., to promote intestinal peristalsis and help bowel movements. In addition, you can also drink plenty of water to keep your intestines moist and help with bowel movements.
2.Laxatives: Laxatives are commonly used for constipation. Commonly used laxatives include osmotic laxatives, lubricating laxatives, volumetric laxatives, and microecological preparations. These drugs stimulate bowel movements and help with bowel movements. However, long-term use of laxatives may lead to reduced efficacy and dependence, so long-term use is not recommended.
3.Probiotics**: Probiotics are bacteria that are beneficial to the human body and can promote intestinal peristalsis and help with bowel movements. Some studies have shown that probiotics** have some efficacy for certain types of constipation. However, probiotics** take time to take effect and require long-term consistent use.
4.Physics: Physics is a non-pharmacological approach that includes biofeedback, rectal stretch training, etc. These methods stimulate bowel movements and aid bowel movements. However, physical ** requires long-term adherence from the patient and may not work well for some severe constipation.
To sum up, long-term constipation has many harms to human health, including intestinal blockage, ** problems, risk of other diseases, etc. There are many ways to become constipated, including dietary regulation, laxatives, probiotics, and physics.
Patients can choose the most suitable method according to their specific situation. It should be noted that constipation requires long-term persistence and no significant results can be expected in a short period of time. In addition, patients also need to pay attention to the adjustment of dietary habits, maintain adequate water intake, and exercise appropriately to promote intestinal peristalsis and help bowel movements.