What is the reason why the stool cannot be pulled out?

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Constipation refers to difficulty or effort in defecating, accompanied by poor defecation, reduced defecation frequency, dry stool, small amount, etc. Constipation in the elderly in China has a higher incidence, more males than females. With age, the prevalence increases significantly. Constipation is divided into acute constipation and chronic constipation. It is generally considered that constipation lasts for more than 12 weeks and is chronic constipation. Common causes of constipation include colonic and anal disorders such as Hirschsprung's disease, inflammatory bowel disease, pelvic floor achalasia, anal fissure hemorrhoids, and irritable bowel syndrome. In addition, extraintestinal disorders can cause constipation such as cerebral infarction, brain atrophy, paraplegia, depression, anorexia, hypothyroidism, and diabetes. At the same time, bad living habits can also cause constipation, such as eating less, fine food, less fruits and vegetables, less water, less exercise, bed rest, bad defecation habits, etc. can also cause constipation.



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