What to do about constipation? Traditional Chinese medicine can help you solve it!

Constipation has a slow onset and mostly manifests as a chronic condition.

Although the main pathological site of constipation is the 【large intestine】, and the pathogenesis is the dysfunction of the large intestine's conduction function, it is also closely related to the lungs, liver, and kidneys.

In the scope of traditional Chinese medicine, the treatment of constipation mainly follows the principle of 【promoting bowel movements】, but it is not simply about using laxatives; medication should be used according to the syndrome type.

If it is excess constipation, use traditional Chinese medicine that clears heat, moistens the intestines, regulates qi, and relieves stagnation; if it is deficiency constipation, one should tonify qi and nourish blood, warm and open the blockage, and moisten the intestines to promote bowel movements.

Constipation can mostly be cured with proper internal medicine treatment. If constipation is not treated properly and in a timely manner, it may lead to complications such as anal fissures and hemorrhoids in the future.

To prevent constipation, one should pay attention to a light diet, eat more whole grains, vegetables, and fruits, and avoid overeating spicy and greasy foods. In addition, staying active and developing a habit of regular bowel movements every day is also quite important.

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