Constipation
Infrequent or difficult evacuation of feces.
Also called: Constipation, Costiveness, Dyschezia.
Conditions associated with constipation
The following conditions have been associated with constipation in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
1p36 deletion syndrome
1p36 deletion syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
22q11.2 deletion syndrome
22q11.2 deletion syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Acute adrenal insufficiency
Acute adrenal insufficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Acute intermittent porphyria
Acute intermittent porphyria is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Acute transverse myelitis
Acute transverse myelitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Addison disease
Addison disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Adiposis dolorosa
Adiposis dolorosa is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Adult-onset autosomal dominant leukodystrophy
Adult-onset autosomal dominant leukodystrophy is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
Alexander disease
Alexander disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Alobar holoprosencephaly
Alobar holoprosencephaly is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Alpha-N-acetylgalactosaminidase deficiency
Alpha-N-acetylgalactosaminidase deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms...
Alternating hemiplegia of childhood
Alternating hemiplegia of childhood is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and si...
Anal Fissure
A small tear in the lining of the anus, usually caused by passing hard stool, causing pain and bleeding....
Angelman syndrome
Angelman syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Angiostrongyliasis
Angiostrongyliasis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase deficiency
Aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
Athyreosis
Athyreosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Autosomal dominant progressive external ophthalmoplegia
Autosomal dominant progressive external ophthalmoplegia is a medical condition that may be associated with var...
Autosomal recessive generalized dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa, intermediate form
Autosomal recessive generalized dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa, intermediate form is a medical condition tha...
Bartter disease type 1
Bartter disease type 1 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Bartter disease type 2
Any Bartter syndrome in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the KCNJ1 gene....
Botulism
Botulism is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
CDKL5-deficiency disorder
CDKL5-deficiency disorder is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Christianson syndrome
Christianson syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Coffin-Siris syndrome 6
Any Coffin-Siris syndrome in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the ARID2 gene....
Congenital sucrase-isomaltase deficiency
Congenital sucrase-isomaltase deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
Coproporphyria
Coproporphyria is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
DYRK1A-related intellectual disability syndrome due to 21q22.13q22.2 microdeletion
DYRK1A-related intellectual disability syndrome due to 21q22.13q22.2 microdeletion is a medical condition that...
Distal renal tubular acidosis
Distal renal tubular acidosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Diverticulitis
Inflammation or infection of pouches in the colon wall, causing lower abdominal pain, fever, and changes in bo...
Dubowitz syndrome
Dubowitz syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Emanuel syndrome
Emanuel syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Facial dysmorphism-developmental delay-behavioral abnormalities syndrome due to WAC point mutation
Facial dysmorphism-developmental delay-behavioral abnormalities syndrome due to WAC point mutation is a medica...
Familial Mediterranean fever
Familial Mediterranean fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Familial colorectal cancer Type X
Familial colorectal cancer Type X is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sign...
Familial glucocorticoid deficiency
Familial glucocorticoid deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sig...
Fatal familial insomnia
Fatal familial insomnia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Foodborne botulism
Foodborne botulism is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
GRFoma
GRFoma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Gitelman syndrome
Gitelman syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Tests providers may use to investigate constipation
When investigating constipation, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Autoimmune Disorder Panel
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CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Cbc, Cmp, Ua, Thyroid, & Lipid Health Tests
Our standard health test panel includes thyroid testing, a CBC, CMP, Urinalysis, & Lipid Panel. These lab test...
Celiac Disease Antibody Test
Our Celiac Disease Antibody Screening Test screens for the presence of Tissue Transglutaminase antibody (IgG, ...
Celiac Disease Panel
Screens for markers of celiac disease including tTG-IgA....
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Fasting Glucose
Measures blood sugar after fasting to screen for diabetes and prediabetes....
Fecal Calprotectin
Helps distinguish inflammatory bowel disease from irritable bowel syndrome....
Free T4
Measures the active form of thyroxine to help evaluate thyroid function....
Gastrointestinal Health Tests
Fast, easy and affordable gastrointestinal lab tests-- no insurance or a doctor's referral needed. Simply orde...
Iodine Urine Test, 24-Hour
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Symptoms commonly seen alongside constipation
Bloating
A feeling of fullness, pressure, or swelling in the abdomen, often related to gas, digestion, or fluid retenti...
Cold Intolerance
Feeling unusually sensitive to cold temperatures, which can be a sign of a slow metabolism such as hypothyroid...
Masked Facial Expression
A reduced range of facial expressions, which is characteristic of Parkinson disease....
Slow Heart Rate
A resting heart rate below 60 beats per minute, which can be normal in athletes or a sign of an electrical or ...
Slowed Movement
Slowness of movement and reduced automatic movements, which is a hallmark of Parkinson disease....
Weight Gain
An increase in body weight that can be caused by changes in diet, activity, fluid retention, or hormonal condi...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if constipation is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom constipation mean?
Constipation is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Infrequent or difficult evacuation of feces.
Which conditions are associated with constipation?
Constipation has been reported in association with 168 conditions in the medical literature we index, including 1p36 deletion syndrome, 22q11.2 deletion syndrome, Acute adrenal insufficiency, Acute intermittent porphyria, Acute transverse myelitis. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about constipation?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.