Fewer than three bowel movements per week
Hard, dry, or lumpy stools
Straining to pass stool
Feeling like you cannot fully empty your bowels
Belly bloating or discomfort
Feeling blocked or unable to pass stool
Needing to use your fingers or other help to remove stool
Passing small amounts of stool infrequently
Rectal pain during bowel movements
Nausea or loss of appetite from constipation