Water intake soon after meal causes constipation: Doctor

Patna | Saturday | 3rd February, 2018

Summary:

A large amount of water turns the acid into alkali and the food is not properly broken down. "Aggravated cases of constipation leads to piles, fissure and fistula, which are also on the rise. PATNA: The Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences (IGIMS) has seen a 50% increase in the constipation cases coming to it during the last five years. Fistulas cause pain, swelling and discharge of blood or pus from the anus, and usually require surgery. "When we consume food, enzymes are activated and acid is secreted for the digestion of food..