What reason is senile constipation

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The elderly to a certain stage, there will be a decline in physical function, especially prone to elderly constipation, and we share the reasons for elderly constipation.

What reason is senile constipation

Reason 1: it is mainly due to the aging of glands, the reduction of secretion of saliva, gastric juice and intestinal juice, as well as the decrease of intestinal tension and peristalsis, resulting in the long passage of feces in the intestinal tract and the absorption of excessive water, which can effectively treat the condition of fecal bleeding. Intestinal tumor causes incomplete obstruction, affecting excretion and constipation. Although this is rare, it should be * vigilant. It can also effectively treat stool bleeding due to hypertrophy of the prostate, urinary retention and increased bladder.

The second reason: the elderly eat less, coupled with the lack of teeth, can only eat a soft diet, rarely eat some coarse fiber food, and drink too little, all of them have little stimulation to the intestinal tract, slow and weak intestinal peristalsis, which can effectively treat the condition of fecal bleeding.

The third reason: the elderly have many diseases, such as cerebrovascular disease, cardiovascular disease, chronic cor pulmonale, systemic malnutrition, physical weakness, sitting still or bedridden for a long time, which can produce constipation and even intractable constipation.

matters needing attention

People with senile constipation should not eat stimulating food in life, eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, actively participate in physical exercise, keep good sleep, do not do very tired physical work, but also drink more water.