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Constipation
Constipation occurs in patients confined to bed, in invalids, and in elderly persons. Constipation developing within a short period may be caused by a tumor or other bowel obstruction. It may be caused by the impaction of fecal material either because of neglect or after barium has been administered as part of an X-ray examination of the stomach or intestines. Constipation may result from poor habits of living, such as inadequate water intake, irregular time for bowel movements, etc., or from unfavorable mental attitudes.
