03/09/2026
Constipation is when you have difficulty passing bowel movements (pooing) or less frequent bowel movements than normal.
Constipation can be caused by not eating enough fibre, strong pain-relief medicines and some medical conditions. Symptoms of constipation include passing hard, lumpy stools and straining (pushing hard) during bowel movements.
See your doctor if you have severe constipation or constipation that is not getting better with simple lifestyle changes.
Learn more: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/constipation
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