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40 possible causes of 'Constipation'

1. Constipation
According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, constipation is one of the...

Symptoms:

  • Change in bowel habit
  • Constipation
  • Rectal bleeding
  • Blood in stool
2. Irritable Bowel Syndrome
A syndrome is a collection of symptoms that often occur together. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common ...

Symptoms:

  • Depressed mood
  • Burping
  • Nausea
  • Anxiety
  • Constipation
3. Diabetic Neuropathy
Diabetic neuropathy is a common complication of types 1 and 2 diabetes due to uncontrolled high blood sugar l...

Symptoms:

  • Numbness of limbs
  • General weakness
  • Fatigue
  • Visual disturbance
  • Constipation
4. Hypothyroidism
The thyroid gland is an important endocrine gland that controls the body's metabolism. It is a small butterfl...

Symptoms:

  • Facial swelling
  • General weakness
  • Dry hair
  • Brittle hair
  • Constipation
5. Hirschsprung Disease
Hirschsprung disease is a blockage that occurs in the colon. It interferes with your child's ability to pass ...

Symptoms:

  • Unable to eat
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Child not growing
  • Constipation
6. Spinal Cord Injury
A spinal cord injury, or damage to the spinal cord, is an extremely serious type of physical trauma. It will ...
This condition is considered a medical emergency. Urgent care may be required.

Symptoms:

  • Chronic pain
  • Erectile dysfunction
  • Low blood pressure
  • Muscle rigidity
  • Constipation
7. Diverticulitis
Diverticulitis occurs when diverticula (bulging sacs that usually appear in the lining of the large intestine...

Symptoms:

  • Nausea
  • Black stools
  • Dark colored stool
  • Gastrointestinal bleeding
  • Constipation
8. Colon Cancer (Cancer of the Rectum)
Cancer of the rectum, also called colorectal or colon cancer, is a cancer that develops in the colon or rect...

Symptoms:

  • Pale complexion
  • Gastrointestinal bleeding
  • Black stools
  • Weight loss
  • Constipation
9. Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal obstruction occurs when there is a blockage of your small or large intestine. The blockage prevent...

Symptoms:

  • Abdominal mass
  • Change in bowel habit
  • Abdominal pain
  • Fecal incontinence
  • Constipation
10. Depression Overview
Depression is a mood disorder. Learn about its causes, symptoms & treatments, and discover strategies for pre...

Symptoms:

  • Self-depreciation
  • Sudden awakening
  • Outbursts of anger
  • Change in bowel habit
  • Constipation
This feature is for informational purposes only and should not be used to diagnose.
Please consult a healthcare professional if you have health concerns.
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