ANATOMY

Detailed explanation-1: -Constipation and Urology This large amount of stool can also cause the bladder to not empty well. All of these problems can lead to daytime wetting, nighttime wetting, urinary tract infections, and in some cases vesicoureteral reflux (see separate handouts).

Detailed explanation-2: -Chronic constipation can be subclassified into four categories: normal transit, slow transit, dyssynergic defecation (DD) and slow transit-dyssynergic combination (6, 7).

Detailed explanation-3: -Constipation occurs when bowel movements become less frequent and stools become difficult to pass. It happens most often due to changes in diet or routine, or due to inadequate intake of fiber. You should call your doctor if you have severe pain, blood in your stools, or constipation that lasts longer than three weeks.

Detailed explanation-4: -Primary (idiopathic) constipation can be conceptually categorized into three main types: normal-transit, slow-transit and pelvic floor dysfunction.