Constipation

2 Corinthians 2:14-16

' But thanks be to God, Who in Christ always leads us in triumph [as trophies of Christ's victory] and through us spreads and makes evident the fragrance of the knowledge of God everywhere, For we are the sweet fragrance of Christ [which exhales] unto God, [discernible alike] among those who are being saved and among those who are perishing: To the latter it is an aroma [wafted] from death to death [a fatal odor, the smell of doom]; to the former it is an aroma from life to life [a vital fragrance, living and fresh]. And who is qualified (fit and sufficient) for these things? [Who is able for such a ministry? We?]'

The (aromas, smells, fumes, odours, flatulences, air fresheners, air diffusers, steams, smokes, (deodorant, perfume and fragrance) sprays are spirits and ghosts.

The aquatic waters are like saliva, vomits, urines.

The terrestrial rocks, stones, hills, mountains are like faeces.

The terrestrial swamps are like diarrhoeas.

The atmospheric airs are like flatulences.

The celestial nebulae are like inflammations, wounds, scabs and scars etc.

Constipation means infrequent or hard-to-pass stools, often due to low fiber/fluid, inactivity, routine changes, stress, or medications, causing bloating, straining, and discomfort. Treatment involves increasing fiber (fruits, veg, whole grains), drinking water, exercising, and improving toilet habits, while laxatives are short-term aids; see a doctor for severe pain, blood, or prolonged issues, as it can signal underlying problems like bowel obstructions or muscle dysfunction. 

Symptoms

• Fewer than three bowel movements a week.

• Hard, lumpy, dry, or unusually small/large stools.

• Straining or pain when passing stool.

• Feeling of incomplete emptying

• Bloating, stomach ache, fatigue, loss of appetite.

Common Causes

• Dietary: Not enough fiber or fluids.

• Lifestyle: Lack of exercise, changes in routine, ignoring the urge to go.

• Medications: Opioids, antidepressants, iron pills, some blood pressure meds.

• Health Conditions: Pregnancy, depression, neurological disorders, pelvic floor issues, bowel blockages (rare). 

Treatment & Prevention

• Diet: Eat high-fiber foods (fruits, vegetables, whole grains) and drink 8-10 glasses of water daily.

• Activity: Regular exercise helps.

• Routine: Establish regular toilet times, don't delay urges, try squatting (use a footstool).

• Medication: Over-the-counter laxatives (fiber, stool softeners) can help short-term, but avoid prolonged use without a doctor's advice. 

When to See a Doctor

Consult a healthcare provider if constipation is severe, lasts over three weeks, or if you experience blood in your stool, severe pain, or unexplained weight loss.