Elderly people have a hard time passing. It is caused by many factors together. both about behavior and illness that if left untreated will have a negative effect on the body in the long run How do we solve it?
When entering the “elderly” age, the body will suffer the deterioration of various organs. causing many health problems to follow or even daily living problems like a problem with excretion which is often found Elderly people have a hard time passing. or have constipation problems This problem may sound trivial. But in fact, the elderly are difficult to take and will lead to other health problems. can follow many more Therefore, one should not be complacent. And should come to understand the cause of the problem that the elderly are difficult to pass. along with finding solutions what to eat in order to solve this difficult defecation problem of the elderly
What is the cause of the elderly who is difficult to pass?
for difficult to take to fall into the network of constipation There must be symptoms that are difficult to take. Takes a lot of time to shoot have to force defecation very hard stools I have a stomach ache and want to pass all the time. or feel that the photo has not yet been finished and the frequency of defecation less than 3 times a week as well
Problems that are difficult to pass or constipation, many people would understand that May be caused by eating foods that do not have a lot of fiber. eating food that is difficult to digest low water intake or having bad excretory behavior In fact, these reasons are just some of the reasons that the elderly are difficult to take. or have constipation problems only According to medical principles, the problem of difficult bowel movements or constipation still has 5 main causes, which can be divided into 5 major causes as follows:
1. Daily living behavior
when entering the elderly age Daily activities will inevitably decrease. Makes the behavior of life unlike the youth. This may result in a difficult condition. or constipation as well Behaviors that result in such
Eat foods that are low in fiber. or low in fiber, drink small amounts of water Older people tend to drink less. This is because the center that stimulates thirst does not work well. Therefore, the elderly rarely feel thirsty and do not practice excretion for a long time. or holding stools often
2. physical disease
for the sick elderly have a physical disease or certain congenital diseases can affect the digestive system make it difficult to excrete until the occurrence of constipation as well Physical diseases such as diabetes, thyroid gland is working less than normal. Hypercalcemia neurological disease Disease of the brain or spinal cord Parkinson’s disease, etc.
3. Side effects from taking drugs continuously
The reason that makes it difficult for the elderly to pass stools or constipation may come from the side effects of drugs that must be taken daily, including:
Psychiatric drugs, such as antidepressants, intestinal spasmodic drugs used to relieve stomach pain, such as Buscopan painkillers, Parkinson’s disease drugs and some antihistamines that are used regularly, such as Chlorpheniramine Anticonvulsants such as Dilantin Antihypertensive drugs such as Diltiazem, Verapamil, Clonidine Morphine-containing painkillers or derivatives of Iron Morphine contained in blood tonics Antacids, vitamin supplements that contain calcium. or aluminum NSAIDs such as Diclofenac, Piroxicam and Indomethacin.
If the elderly have a history of taking drugs in this group May cause constipation.
4. Intestinal obstruction
obstruction of the gastrointestinal tract can cause constipation This situation is a result of cancer or tumors of the colon and rectum Intestinal stenosis due to various reasons Anal abnormalities, such as anus swallowing anus eczema anus protruding into the vagina (in women) or narrowing of the anus Or there is a congenital decrease in colon ganglia (Hirschprung’s disease)
5. Abnormal bowel function
Causes of difficulty in passing in the elderly or constipation can also occur from bowel function Or the muscles that control excretion are abnormal, including unable to strain, with the compression of the anal sphincter muscle not coordinating with the straining. Colon motility is less than normal. or there are inconsistent movements Causing stool to move within the colon more slowly than usual and irritable bowel syndrome
How to solve the problem of the elderly who are difficult to take
For solutions to the problem of the elderly who are difficult to take may need to be corrected according to the cause to fix the problem on the spot In principle, there are three approaches to solving the problem of difficult defecation for the elderly as follows:
1. Eat foods that help excrete
Elderly people have a hard time passing. can be prevented and corrected by eating in order for the body to excrete normally which the elderly should eat as follows
Plain water should drink enough to meet the needs of the body. Have at least 6-8 glasses of fruits and vegetables per day. Each day, you should eat at least 2 ladles per meal by choosing vegetables that are high in fiber, such as kale. For fruits, choose soft, easy-to-chew brown rice. and various cereals Because they are high in fiber, eat foods that contain prebiotics. or probiotics such as sour milk, yogurt
2. Adjust behavior
as said There are some behaviors that make it difficult for the elderly to pass. or having problems with constipation If these behaviors are changed, it may help to improve excretion, for example:
excretion for time Don’t hold your stool, exercise regularly, get enough rest, keep your mood from stress. or have concerns
3. Consult a doctor for treatment.
If the elderly have changed their behavior or eat various foods That helps with excretion I still have constipation problems. You may need to consult a doctor. to receive a diagnosis and physical examination To find the root cause of constipation problems in the elderly Especially the elderly who receive medication regularly. or have congenital disease
for treatment of constipation or difficult to take Available since taking laxatives adjusting medication intake until surgery ever which the problem of the elderly is difficult to take or constipation may not be severe But if you leave it and cause problems for a long time It may be bad. and lead to other diseases serious, such as colon cancer Therefore, the problem should not be ignored or left unattended. without making any corrections or treatments
References: ThaiHealth, Bangkok Health Office, HRH Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Medical Center Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn
2023-08-12 09:34:17
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