definition of constipation in adults
Constipation in Adults Quick Overview. Constipation is a decrease in the frequency of bowel movements or difficulty in passing stools. Constipation is a symptom of a disease or condition. Cause of constipation range from not taking in enough liquids, over poor diet to mechanical issues such as an obstruction in the intestine. Symptoms of constipation are infrequent bowl movement, lower abdominal pain and hard or small stools.