📋Overview
This condition involves bowel movements that occur less frequently than usual or stool that is difficult to pass. It may be characterized by hard or lumpy stools, a sensation of incomplete evacuation, or straining during defecation.
Constipation is clinically recognized as a symptom rather than a primary disease and may be categorized as either functional or secondary. While it often relates to lifestyle factors or gastrointestinal transit time, it can also occur as a result of underlying systemic issues.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0009806Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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