The Gastrointestinal System - GI Disorders and Treatments - Constipation

Question 1

Constipation

Answer 1

the difficult or infrequent passing of stools

Question 2

Patients suffering from constipation have stools that are ____ or ____ and thus difficult to pass

Answer 2

hard or firm

Question 3

Constipation can be associated with other medical conditions such as ____, ____, ____, and ____

Answer 3

diabetes, thyroid disorders, inflammatory bowel disease, and pregnancy

Question 4

Constipation can also be induced by certain medications such as ____, ____, ____, and ____

Answer 4

antacids, iron, diuretics, and opiates

Question 5

You can prevent constipation by ____, eating a ____, and ____ regularly

Answer 5

drinking plenty of fluids, eating a fiber-rich diet, and exercising regularly