Constipation is a very disturbing symptom for most of the patients. When it occurs for a long time it may lead to other symptoms, like head aches, due to the toxic substances resulted from decomposition of fecal matters in the colon.

An article on abdominal symptoms, that relates also to constipation, states that "constipation results from not drinking enough fluids, not eating enough dietary fiber, not being active enough, and from misusing laxatives".

Also, the article explains what exactly are the symptoms of constipation: "a hard time passing stool, not being able to pass stool, and/or having very hard stools; straining to have a bowel movement; abdominal swelling or feeling of continued fullness after passing stool"

The treatment of constipation consists of dietary measures, like drinking liquids and eating food high in fiber ("bran; whole-grain breads and cereals; and fresh fruits and vegetables"), getting exercise, avoiding the "use of "stimulant” laxatives, such as Ex-Lax, or enemas without your provider's okay".