Laxatives can help relieve and prevent constipation. However, not all laxatives are safe for long-term use. Overuse of laxatives can lead to dependence and decreased bowel function.
Most often, constipation does not cause any special changes in the intestines. Constipation causes problems with the colon. But constipation is not just a short-term stool disorder. It can be dangerous due to other, more serious diseases. What is the danger of constipation?
People who suffer from constant or intermittent constipation have almost three times the risk of developing Parkinson's disease than people with normal bowel movements.
