Common Causes of Constipation Lifestyle Low fiber diet Minimal water intake Poor exercise Medications Especially opiates Endocrine/electrolytes Hypothyroidism Hypercalcemia Bowel obstruction Delayed colonoscopy Unintentional weight loss Previous abdominal surgeries Rectal problems Anal fissures Fecal impaction Masses How to Treat Constipation Fiber (ex. Metamucil, Citrucel) Adds structure to the stool Water (polyethylene glycol/miralax) Hydrates the stool […]