10 Constipation Symptoms
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6. Pain During Defecation
Rectal or anal pain during a bowel movement is a common complaint. It is a non-specific symptom associated with many conditions like hemorrhoidal disease, anal fissures, and constipation to name a few. The skin in the anus is quite sensitive due to its nervous connections. Therefore, any damage to this area can cause a significant amount of pain.
A normal bowel movement shouldn’t be painful at all. The presence of pain might be a sign that other conditions are developing. Due to the consistency of the stools of a constipated person, it is usual for them to develop hemorrhoids and anal fissures. Both of these conditions are known to cause pain during defecation and are associated with secondary constipation as well.
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