How to treat constipation

Constipation treatment is a comprehensive process, mainly including the following aspects: 1. Lifestyle management: Maintain a regular作息 (routine), ensure adequate rest, and avoid staying up late. Appropriate activity or abdominal massage before bowel movements can promote intestinal peristalsis and aid defecation. 2. Regular exercise: Engage in physical activities such as running, swimming, yoga, and hiking, which help improve blood circulation and alleviate constipation symptoms. 3. Dietary adjustments: Drink plenty of water and increase dietary fiber intake by consuming fiber-rich foods such as bananas, dragon fruit, and plums. At the same time, reduce consumption of spicy and greasy foods, such as hot pot and barbecued dishes. 4. Medication: Under a doctor's guidance, osmotic laxatives such as oral lactulose or Capsule of Semen Armeniacae Amarum may be selected, or traditional Chinese medicines such as senna leaves may be used to promote intestinal motility and soften stools. 5. Surgical treatment: For severe, refractory constipation unresponsive to the above treatments, surgical options such as bowel resection with anastomosis or colostomy may be considered to restore normal bowel function. Throughout the treatment process, maintaining patience and actively cooperating with the doctor's treatment plan will help achieve the best therapeutic outcome.