The following features are indicative of Slow transit constipation:
reduced motility of the large intestine
constipation
uncontrollable soiling
passing bowel motions infrequently
abdominal pains
nausea
poor appetite
blood in the stools
haemorrhoids
diarrhoea
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Common Causes of Slow transit constipation
The following are the most common causes of Slow transit constipation:
excessive methane production in the gut
abnormalities of the enteric nerves
myopathy
neuropathy
Risk Factors for Slow transit constipation
The following factors may increase the likelihood of Slow transit constipation:
old age group
common in females
psychiatric illness
history of sexual abuse
Prevention of Slow transit constipation
Yes, it may be possible to prevent Slow transit constipation. Prevention may be possible by doing the following:
adequate fluid intake
eating more fruits, legumes and vegetables
high-fiber diet intake
exercise regularly
Occurrence of Slow transit constipation
Number of Cases
The following are the number of Slow transit constipation cases seen each year worldwide:
Common between 1 - 10 Million cases
Common Gender
Slow transit constipation can occur in any gender.
Lab Tests and Procedures for Diagnosis of Slow transit constipation
The following lab tests and procedures are used to detect Slow transit constipation:
X-ray: To see distended bowels with faeces
Barium enema: To examine the lower intestinal tract abnormalities
Laparoscopic biopsy: To examine abnormalities inside the abdomen
Complications of Slow transit constipation if untreated
Yes, Slow transit constipation causes complications if it is not treated. Below is the list of complications and problems that may arise if Slow transit constipation is left untreated:
fecal impaction
fecal incontinence
stercoral ulcerations
intestinal obstruction
bowel perforation
Procedures for Treatment of Slow transit constipation
The following procedures are used to treat Slow transit constipation:
Subtotal colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis: To remove the damaged part of the colon
Self-care for Slow transit constipation
The following self-care actions or lifestyle changes may help in the treatment or management of Slow transit constipation:
Increase fiber intake: Eat high dietary fiber such as fruits, vegetables, and legume that can prevent slow-transit constipation
Regular exercise: Helps increasing muscle activity in the intestine
Alternative Medicine for Treatment of Slow transit constipation
The following alternate medicine and therapies are known to help in the treatment or management of Slow transit constipation:
Use Chinese herbal medicine: To improve colonic function
Acupuncture therapy: To relieve the anxiety and depression
Last updated date
This page was last updated on 2/04/2019.
This page provides information for Slow transit constipation.