What are some of the possible effects of constipation?
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Constipation is when a person has less than 3 bowel movements per week. The colon reabsorbs a lot of water back from the stool, making stool movement through the colon and out difficult. It could cause multiple side effects from painful stooling (the longer it is in the colon, the harder it gets). In addition, given its close proximity to the sexual organs, it can cause painful sex, especially in females. This could be a major deterrent to reduced libido in females. If you closely observe a pattern, sex can be painful for a woman even after a heavy meal as the abdomen feels full and does not allow for an enjoyable experience.
What are some common causes of constipation?
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Constipation is becoming rampant with the changing lifestyles, especially food habits. There is reduced fiber, increased refined products, and less water consumption all adding to constipation. In addition, sedentary lifestyles makes the overall muscular system weak leading to bowel motility disorders. One of the common side effects of constipation is painful sexual intercourse, which can be a big deterrent to healthy sex life. For a woman with painful sex, constipation should be one of the first things to clarify and correct. If the problem still persists, then further investigation is required.
Constipation is a chronic problem.
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Unless there is a motility disorder, constipation is often acute and related to food habits. If a woman has painful sex and has issues with bowel movement, then constipation should be corrected first before looking at other deeper issues. Painful sex is not something a woman will admit to easily, as it is a private issue. However, once identified, constipation should be ruled out as the underlying cause and treated to solve the issue of painful sex.
Constipation is intestinal, sex is reproductive; so the two are not related.
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There is definitely a functional separation but given the close physical proximity of the two systems, one system will affect the other. Spreading of infection from one to the other is also very common. If the colon is filled with stool, then pressure exerted during sex will definitely be painful.: On days when you plan to have sex, make sure your meal is light or at least a couple of hours before going to bed.
Anal sex can cause constipation.
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It is true that repeated anal sex can cause problems in the colorectal region including small tears, internal hemorrhoids, and sometimes bleeding. Constipation is common in people who indulge in frequent anal sex. The nerve endings may be damaged leading to improper and incomplete bowel movements. Ensure more than sufficient lubrication to reduce the damage from anal sex.
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