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Means:

• Infrequent passing motion  (If normally 3 times daily to twice weekly) 

• For senior citizens this situation may become chronic for years

Cause:

• Eating habit; insufficient intake of fibre and water/fluids 

• Little physical activity or exercise

• Misuse of laxative

• Probably due to side effects of medicines

Action:

• Increase intake of fibrous food such as cereals, fruits and vegetables

• Drink 6-8 glasses of water daily

• Have regular meals

• Exercise daily like brisk walking for ½ hour daily

• See a doctor if the above does not help