Complete Guide to Understanding and Treating Chronic Constipation
Chronic constipation is a common digestive disorder characterized by infrequent bowel movements, difficulty passing stools, or both. It affects millions of people worldwide and can significantly impact quality of life.
Unlike occasional constipation, chronic constipation persists for weeks or longer and may require medical intervention. It can be caused by various factors including diet, lifestyle, medications, and underlying medical conditions.
Fewer than three bowel movements per week, straining during defecation, hard or lumpy stools.
Abdominal pain, bloating, feeling of incomplete evacuation, and rectal bleeding.
Low-fiber diet, inadequate water intake, and consumption of processed foods can slow bowel movements.
Sedentary lifestyle, ignoring the urge to defecate, and stress can contribute to constipation.
Certain medications like opioids, antidepressants, and iron supplements can cause constipation.
Conditions like hypothyroidism, diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and neurological disorders can affect bowel function.
Rectal prolapse, anal fissures, or obstructions can make defecation difficult.
Training to improve coordination of pelvic floor muscles and improve bowel function.
Stapled Transanal Rectal Resection for severe cases with rectal prolapse or intussusception.
Implantable device that stimulates nerves to improve bowel function.
STARR is a minimally invasive surgical procedure designed to treat chronic constipation caused by rectal prolapse or intussusception. It involves the removal of excess rectal tissue using specialized stapling devices.
Laparoscopic Surgery (Keyhole Surgery or Minimal Access Surgery) is performed through incisions the size of a keyhole, offering minimal access surgery, quicker recovery, and faster return to a normal life.
An advanced technique with excellent results in Hernia Repair.
Consult our specialists for personalized treatment plans.
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