constipation alternating with diarrhea

Constipation and diarrhea alternate is a more complex and may indicate a variety of health problems symptoms, may be caused by intestinal dysfunction, intestinal organic lesions, endocrine diseases, drug factors, etc. 1. Intestinal dysfunction Intestinal movement dysfunction, may sometimes slow peristalsis leading to constipation, sometimes faster peristalsis diarrhea. This may be related to mental and psychological factors, irregular diet, etc. For example, long-term mental stress, anxiety, or unbalanced dietary fiber intake in the diet may cause intestinal dysfunction. 2. Intestinal organic diseases such as colitis, irritable bowel syndrome, intestinal cancer, etc. Colitis may cause intestinal dysfunction due to inflammatory stimulation, and constipation and diarrhea alternate; Irritable bowel syndrome patients with increased intestinal sensitivity, prone to this symptom; and intestinal cancer may affect the normal function of the intestinal tract due to tumor growth.3 endocrine diseasesSome endocrine diseases such as hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism, may affect intestinal motility and digestive function, leading to constipation and diarrhea alternately. Abnormal thyroid hormone levels can affect systemic metabolism, and then affect the intestinal tract. 4. Drug factors Side effects of certain drugs may cause changes in intestinal function, resulting in this situation. For example, long-term use of certain antibiotics may destroy the balance of intestinal flora, resulting in intestinal dysfunction. When constipation and diarrhea alternate, it needs to be taken seriously. First of all, pay attention to the duration of symptoms, frequency of attacks, accompanying symptoms, etc. Second, should promptly seek medical attention, relevant examinations such as enteroscopy, stool routine, thyroid function test, etc., to clarify the cause. Then, according to the specific cause of targeted treatment, such as lifestyle adjustment, medication or other necessary treatment measures.

At the same time, in daily life to maintain good living habits, including reasonable diet, moderate exercise, regular rest, keep a comfortable mood, etc., in order to maintain intestinal health.