by Sue Thompson Constipation is considered a diagnosed condition after 3 months of difficult and strained bowel movements. It is not a disease but a symptom. Many people do not consider it to be a serious problem, but many times it is. Constipation may be an indication of a serious disease. The average person moves his bowel at least once a day but those who are constipated pass stool from one to three times every week. How do I know I am constipated? If your stools are hard and dry and you h