Haemorrhoids
When you’re constipated, you run a higher risk of getting haemorrhoids. A lot of people still try to poop when they can’t, meaning they apply a lot of pressure. The blood vessels in the anus are usually very small, but by repeatedly applying pressure, the vessels can dilate, and this can have haemorrhoids as a result.
Leakage
The bladder and large intestine are located quite close to each other in the body. According to The Department of Urology of the University of California, there’s a close connection between the muscles and nerves that regulate your bladder and the muscles that regular your bowel movement. A large amount of stool in the large intestine can cause pressure to the bladder and this can lead to leakage, both during the day and at night.
Bloating and gas
Having to pass gas and feeling bloated is something a lot of people have trouble with when they’re constipated. “When stool stays in the colon for longer than normal periods of time, this allows the bacteria in the gut microbiome to act upon the stool and form gas,” doctor Mike Bass explains.
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