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Chronic Constipation

Long-standing difficulty passing stool that affects daily life — diagnosed and managed with a structured, personalised treatment plan.

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Understanding Chronic Constipation

Causes, Symptoms & Diagnosis

Common Causes

  • Low dietary fibre and inadequate fluid intake
  • Sedentary lifestyle and lack of physical activity
  • Ignoring the natural urge to pass stool
  • Certain medications and underlying conditions
  • Pelvic floor dysfunction or obstructed defecation

Common Symptoms

  • Fewer than three bowel movements per week
  • Straining or difficulty passing stool
  • A sensation of incomplete evacuation
  • Hard, lumpy stools
  • Bloating and abdominal discomfort

How We Diagnose It

  • Detailed history of bowel habits, diet and fluid intake
  • Digital rectal examination and abdominal exam
  • Anorectal manometry to assess muscle and sphincter function
  • Colonic transit studies where slow-transit constipation is suspected
  • Defecography or colonoscopy referral to rule out structural causes
Treatment Options

How we treat Chronic Constipation

MCDPA (Plant-based Medicines)

First line

A structured plant-based medicine protocol for long-standing constipation, used before considering surgical options.

Biofeedback Therapy

Pelvic floor cases

Retrains pelvic floor coordination for patients whose constipation stems from obstructed defecation rather than slow transit.

STARR Surgery

Selected cases

A surgical option for chronic constipation caused by rectal prolapse or obstructed defecation syndrome that has not responded to other care.

Pricing

Cost of Chronic Constipation Treatment in Abuja

The cost of chronic constipation treatment in Abuja is a common and important consideration for our patients. Laser-first treatment uses more advanced technology than traditional surgery, and while its cost structure can differ, its value is significant once you weigh the avoided pain, the shorter time away from work, and the overall improvement in your quality of life. The final cost depends entirely on your individual case — there is no one-size-fits-all price.

What affects your final cost

  • The severity, grade or extent of your condition
  • The specific details of your individual case
  • The surgeon’s fee
  • The type of anaesthesia used
  • Any additional diagnostic tests required

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We believe in transparent pricing. Book a consultation for a personalised assessment, and we’ll provide a clear, detailed, all-inclusive quote for your treatment.

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

When should constipation be seen by a specialist?
If it persists beyond a few weeks despite diet and lifestyle changes, or is accompanied by bleeding or weight loss, a proctology consultation is recommended.
Is surgery usually needed?
No, most chronic constipation is managed successfully with diet, medicine and biofeedback before surgery is considered.
Can constipation be linked to piles or fissures?
Yes, straining from chronic constipation is a common contributing cause of both piles and anal fissures.
What diagnostic tests might be used?
Depending on symptoms, tests such as manometry or defecography may be used to understand the underlying cause.

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