10 Hypokalemia Symptoms
Symptom #4: Constipation
Constipation occurs when the bowel movements become infrequent or hard to pass. The stool can be described to be hard and dry. Constipation is often associated with symptoms such as abdominal pain and bloating. Complications include hemorrhoids, anal fissure, or fecal impaction.
Constipation can occur in conditions such as hypothyroidism, diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome, pelvic floor issues, celiac disease, colon cancer, diverticulitis, side effect of medications, and more. Depending on the underlying cause of constipation, treatment may involve consumption of more fiber, drinking more fluids, exercise, and the use of laxatives.
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