Chronic constipation is a common digestive issue affecting millions worldwide. If left untreated, it can lead to discomfort, bloating, and even severe complications like hemorrhoids. Fortunately, with the right lifestyle changes, diet modifications, and medical guidance, chronic constipation can be cured permanently.

What is Chronic Constipation?

Chronic constipation is defined as having fewer than three bowel movements per week for several weeks or longer. Symptoms include:

• Hard, dry stools
• Straining during bowel movements
• Feeling of incomplete evacuation
• Abdominal discomfort

Causes of Chronic Constipation

• Low Fiber Diet – Insufficient fiber intake slows digestion.
• Dehydration – Lack of water hardens stools.
• Sedentary Lifestyle – Physical inactivity weakens bowel muscles.
• Medications – Some painkillers, antacids, and antidepressants cause constipation.
• Medical Conditions – IBS, diabetes, hypothyroidism, and neurological disorders.

How to Cure Chronic Constipation Permanently?

1. Increase Fiber Intake

Fiber adds bulk to stools and promotes regular bowel movements. Include:

• Soluble fiber (oats, apples, beans) – Softens stools.
• Insoluble fiber (whole grains, vegetables) – Speeds up digestion.

2. Stay Hydrated

Drink at least 8-10 glasses of water daily. Warm water with lemon in the morning stimulates bowel movements.

3. Exercise Regularly

Physical activity (walking, yoga, abdominal exercises) improves digestion and bowel motility.

4. Probiotics for Gut Health

Probiotic-rich foods (yogurt, kefir, kimchi) restore healthy gut bacteria and improve digestion.

5. Establish a Routine

Try to have bowel movements at the same time daily (preferably after meals) to train your body.

6. Avoid Processed Foods & Dairy

Processed foods and excessive dairy can worsen constipation in some individuals.

7. Natural Laxatives

• Psyllium husk – A natural fiber supplement.
• Flaxseeds – Rich in fiber and omega-3s.
• Aloe vera juice – Soothes digestion.

8. Medical Treatments

• Prescription laxatives
• Biofeedback therapy (for pelvic floor dysfunction)
• Surgical options (in rare cases of blockages)

When to See a Doctor?

Seek medical help if you experience:

• Blood in stools
• Unexplained weight loss
• Severe abdominal pain
• Persistent constipation despite lifestyle changes

Chronic constipation can be permanently cured with the right diet, hydration, exercise, and medical guidance. If you’re struggling with persistent constipation, consult Dr. Abhijit Gotkhinde – Provides the best constipation treatment in Hadapsar.

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Symptoms of constipation

• Hard, dry, lumpy stools.
• Stools that are difficult to pass.
• Feeling of a block in the rectum that prevents your bowel movements.
• Feel as if you cannot empty the stool.
• Needing assistance to empty the rectum.

Causes of constipation

Constipation occurs when the colon absorbs a lot of water from your stool. It dries the stool that makes it difficult to pass as its consistency changes. When food moves through your digestive tract, it leads to the absorption of nutrients. The food or waste that is partly digested shifts from the small intestine to your large intestine or colon.

The colon absorbs the water from waste that results in the formation of a solid matter known as stool. Food moves slowly in your digestive tract when you are suffering from constipation. This allows the colon to have time for the absorption of water from your waste. Hence, your stool turns hard and dry which makes it difficult for pushing it out.

Treatment of constipation

• Self-care, as in avoiding caffeine and drinking more water. Eating foods that are rich in fiber.
• Supplement or medications. Doctors may prescribe medicines like lactulose.
• Surgery in rare cases.

Prevention of constipation

• Eat whole grains, vegetables, and fruits.
• Eliminate dehydration by avoiding caffeine and alcohol.
• Drinking water.
• Exercising regularly.
• Having probiotics like yogurt.
• Training muscles to have bowel movements at one time every day.

Conclusion

You can get in touch with Dr. Abhijit Gotkhinde if you have constipation. For more information, you can contact him in his Ultra Care Clinic at Pune.

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Symptoms

• You may find the colour of the stool unusual, and sometimes it may include blood.
• The stools are extremely hard, which stops them from passing through the rectum smoothly.
• You may suffer from abdominal pain or cramps.
• Your body provides less than three bowel movements per week.
• Feeling of not completely cleaning your stomach after excreting.
• You may feel like vomiting.

What Causes Constipation?

Constipation can be caused by three main factors :

Your Lifestyle

• When your body lacks enough water.
• Intake of food with low fibre.
• Intaking much of dairy products, e.g., cheese, milk, etc.
• If you’re suffering from mental stress or trauma.
• Intervening in your bowel movement.

Medical history

• Irritable bowel syndrome.
• Neurological dysfunction, e.g., stroke.
• Multiple organ issues, e.g., scleroderma.
• Endocrine disorders, e.g., hypercalcemia.

Medications

• Narcotics and pain killers.
• Anti-depressing pills.
• Anti-allergic pills.
• Seizure medicines, e.g., gabapentin.

Treatment

• Drink an adequate amount of water daily and avoid alcohol and caffeine products.
• Change your position on the toilet.
• Only focus on the bowel movements while excretion.
• Medicated pills such as lactulose, Plecanatide, linaclotide, etc., are prescribed to treat constipation.
• The doctor may suggest surgery in case of colon dysfunction, e.g., obstruction in the colon.

Prevention

• Stay hydrated- you should at least drink 3 litres of water per day and enough fluids.
• Avoid smoking and consumption of alcohol.
• Change your diet into a healthy one with an abundant amount of fibre which can be found in fruits and vegetables.
• Get going! Exercise daily, keep your body engaged in some sort of physical activity.

Dr Abhijit Gotkhinde from Ultra Care Clinic has successfully treated several patients suffering from constipation. From prescribing medications to surgery, he suggests the appropriate solution regarding your extremity of the issue.

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