Yes, constipation is common among people with Parkinson’s disease. It often appears before motor symptoms and can be an ongoing issue. Symptoms include:

- Not having a bowel movement for days
- Bloating
- Straining to poop
- Not feeling done after pooping

Constipation might be caused by nerve changes that slow down the Show Full Answer

Yes, constipation is common among people with Parkinson’s disease. It often appears before motor symptoms and can be an ongoing issue. Symptoms include:

- Not having a bowel movement for days
- Bloating
- Straining to poop
- Not feeling done after pooping

Constipation might be caused by nerve changes that slow down the gastrointestinal tract. It can be managed with diet, exercise, and sometimes medications like laxatives.

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