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    Change in bowel habits and Stiffness or decreased movement

    WebMD Symptom Checker helps you find the most common medical conditions indicated by the symptoms change in bowel habits and stiffness or decreased movement including Osteoarthritis, Irritable bowel syndrome, and Dietary changes.

    There are 11 conditions associated with change in bowel habits and stiffness or decreased movement. The links below will provide you with more detailed information on these medical conditions from the WebMD Symptom Checker and help provide a better understanding of causes and treatment of these related conditions.

    • Osteoarthritis

      Osteoarthritis happens when the cartilage in your joints breaks down causing pain, stiffness, and swelling.

    • Irritable bowel syndrome

      Irritable bowel syndrome is a common condition that causes painful spasms and cramping in the large intestine.

    • Dietary changes

      Symptoms of dietary changes vary depending on the problem, they include constipation, diarrhea, and more.

    • Gastroenteritis

      Gastroenteritis is inflammation of the stomach and intestine that causes diarrhea and vomiting.

    • Scleroderma

      Scleroderma is an uncommon immune disorder that causes collagen to build up in the tissue, making it harden.

    • Finger injury

      Symptoms of finger injuries vary but can include pain, numbness, swelling, and deformity.

    • Dupuytren's contracture

      Dupuytren's contracture is a condition of the hand tissue that causes the fingers to curl.

    • Pseudogout

      Pseudogout is a type of arthritis similar to gout, where crystals form in the joints, causing swelling and pain.

    • Rheumatoid arthritis

      Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes pain, swelling, and joint damage.

    • Colon cancer

      Colon cancer is often asymptomatic, but it can cause constipation, bowel obstruction, bloody stool and more.

    • CREST syndrome

      CREST syndrome is a rare autoimmune disease that causes tissues to harden throughout the body.

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