Unfortunately, MS constipation is not an uncommon problem throughout the course of the progressive disease.  In fact, multiple sclerosis constipation is a common symptom for many people who are diagnosed with the disease.  This is because multiple sclerosis is a disease that affects the nervous system.   When the nerves that send signals to the bowels are affected, it can cause a variety of problems.  Constipation is one of these problems.  The nerves could no longer be signaling the body to have a bowel movement regularly.  They could also be keeping the pelvic muscles from being able to relax.  These nerve problems could be causing constipation in the body.

Certain medications that treat multiple sclerosis can also cause constipation.  It is a side effect of many different treatments, both traditional ones and alternative ones.  Another reason someone with multiple sclerosis could have constipation is because they are not getting enough exercise …