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Constipation

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Constipation Symptoms

Constipation includes:

Passing very hard stool
Inability to pass stool after straining
Absence of bowel movements for more than 3 days
Painful bowel movements

Other symptoms of constipation include:

Bowel movements occur less often than usual
Stools are larger or harder than usual
Constant urge to have a bowel movement
Abdominal swelling:

Abdominal bloating

Abdominal pain:

Abdominal cramps

Nausea

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Last Updated: Jan 5, 2009 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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