Constipated

usgb/ˈkɑːnstɪpeɪtɪd/
adjective

Having difficulty to empty the bowels.

He has been feeling constipated for the past few days.
Visual representation of "constipated" - Having difficulty to empty the bowels.

Often appears as...

  • feel constipated
  • severely constipated
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Visual representation of "constipated"
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Physical Discomfort

Often used to describe a personal health condition with discomfort or pain.

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After the surgery, I felt constipated and needed medication.
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Sensitive Topic

Discussing constipation can be private and embarrassing for some people.

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She didn't want to tell her colleagues that she felt constipated.
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Medical Context

Primarily used in medical or health-related contexts to describe bowel issues.

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The doctor asked if he was constipated during the exam.
Visual representation of the word "Constipated"

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