Constipation is a condition when the bowel movement is infrequent, stool becomes dry, hard to pass and is difficult to pass out of the body.
Chemotherapy affects the internal lining of the intestine. As a result constipation occurs.
Change in diet, daily activities and cancer medicines are triggering factor for irregular bowel movement.
No fixed schedule of bowel movement. The waste from the body might be eliminated on different days than usual. The infrequent passing of stools becomes consistent in constipation.
The stool is hard and it becomes difficult to eliminate it from the body. The stool passed is in small quantities and the removal of the stool from the body is not satisfactory.
If you are suffering from given symptoms it is advised to consult your healthcare provider. As untreated constipation can lead to serious health issues.
Poor eating habits, less intake of fluids and sedentary lifestyle are the main factors for constipation
Bowel cancer or bowel obstruction due to any reason
Problem in thyroid gland
Diabetes
Low level of potassium
Hypercalcemia
Here are some of the tips that can help you prevent constipation –
Constipation is common in cancer patients. It can be a cause of cancer or occur as a side effect of cancer treatment. Also a chronic constipation increases risk of colorectal cancer. Talk to your healthcare provider of any sign and symptoms of constipation. Communicating your problem helps the healthcare provider treat the cause and also prevent future occurrence.
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