This is termed as any problem to bowel movements that may turn into dry stool or the defecation becomes troublesome. About 2-5% of the population is suffering from this one or the other way. Usually people think that they are constipated when they don’t pass stool everyday. In fact, there is no specific figure or number of daily or weekly passing stools. This varies from person to person and from one to three times a day or the same a week…! Some of the people have naturally firmer stools compare to others.
This is one of the most common complaints in the world. More than 4 million Americans have constipation one or the other way. A survey suggests women and adults ageing 65 or older are common sufferers. Pregnant women and the women following childbirth or surgery are also prone to have constipation.
Only in America, people spend about $725 million on laxative products with over-the-counter (OTC) sale. This is the condition usually treated by the chemist and less bothered to go to physician. This could be hazard as the constipation if untreated may lead to major serious problems. One has to see the doctor or the physician if they are suffering from constipation.
At least once in a lifetime, everyone gets constipated. Poor diet and lack of work in terms of exercise are the causes in most cases. Constipation is not that serious till it becomes chronic – long lasting. Usually this is easier to get rid off.
Ayurveda labels this as vibandha (say – vee ba n da). Ayurveda believes that when there is no proper lubrication – kledam (proper liquid medium) then the constipation arises. This is generally Vata dominating situation.
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