Constipation

Constipation is common and it affects people of all ages. If you haven’t had a poo recently or have suffer pain and discomfort when having a poo, constipation could be the cause. You can usually treat it with simple changes to your diet and lifestyle.

Causes of constipation include: not eating enough fibre, dehydration or not drinking enough fluids, spending long periods sitting or lying down, not exercising enough, as well as stress or depression.