👉 In medical terminology, a "constipates" is an abnormal state of the digestive system that occurs when the stomach and small intestine do not work properly to digest food. This condition can cause discomfort and pain in the abdomen, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and sometimes even fullness or loss of appetite. The term comes from the Latin word "constipation," which means "inability" or "difficulty." When a person is constipated, they are unable to pass through their digestive system without