What Happens If You Stop Pooping?

The video discusses constipation, its causes, and potential complications. It highlights how diet, stress, and lack of exercise can lead to constipation, and explains severe cases like fecal impaction and mega colon. The video also covers rare conditions such as fecal vomiting and offers solutions like dietary changes and medical intervention. It emphasizes the importance of regular bowel movements and consulting a doctor if issues persist.

What are some common causes of constipation mentioned in the video?

• Sleeping too much

• Excessive exercise

• Diet and stress

• Drinking too much water

What is a potential consequence of not addressing constipation over a long period?

• Weight loss

• Increased energy levels

• Development of a mega colon

• Improved digestion

Which of the following is a complication that can arise from hardened stool?

• Increased appetite

• Better sleep

• Hemorrhoids

• Improved bowel movements

What is fecal impaction?

• A type of digestive enzyme

• A condition where stool is too soft

• A hardened mass of stool that cannot move

• An increase in bowel movement frequency

What preventive measure is suggested to avoid constipation?

• Avoiding fiber

• Holding in bowel movements

• Reducing water intake

• Eating plenty of fiber