Constipation should be fairly easy to identify and self-diagnose. If you’re not passing stools as often as you usually do, or if you are struggling to pass stools because they are hard and dry, then you’re likely to be considered constipated.
If you’re not sure what the issue is and you’re not being treated with over-the-counter medications yet, your doctor will ask about your symptoms to be able to diagnose your constipation.
If you’ve developed haemorrhoids the doctor will also be able to diagnose them by looking at the affected area and asking about your symptoms.