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What is the primary cause of constipation as mentioned in the text?
What is the primary cause of constipation as mentioned in the text?
- Neurological disorders like multiple sclerosis
- Medication side effects
- Colon cancer
- Low fiber diet and insufficient fluid intake (correct)
What is rectocele, a complication of constipation, characterized by?
What is rectocele, a complication of constipation, characterized by?
- Intestine protrudes from the anus
- Stool that can't be expelled
- Bulging of the rectum forward toward the vagina (correct)
- Torn skin in the anus
Which complication of constipation involves swollen veins in the anus?
Which complication of constipation involves swollen veins in the anus?
- Anal fissure
- Rectal prolapse
- Fecal impaction
- Hemorrhoids (correct)
Which symptom is NOT associated with constipation as per the text?
Which symptom is NOT associated with constipation as per the text?
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What is mentioned as a potential consequence of heavy straining due to constipation?
What is mentioned as a potential consequence of heavy straining due to constipation?
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