Magnesium and potassium, along with sodium and calcium, are examples of electrolytes that are present in the blood. Electrolytes help trigger and regulate electrical impulses in the heart and low levels of magnesium and potassium can lead to an electrolyte imbalance, which can contribute to arrhythmia.
Passing hard stools is usually as a result of constipation or the infrequent movement of the bowels. Most healthy people have at least three bowel movements per week, according to MedlinePlus. If you are unable to have a bowel movement or are having difficulty passing stool, contact your doctor.
Constipation can be painful. Hard stools can be painful, therefore, children may âhold onâ to it so they do not experience the discomfort. The longer they hold the stool in the harder it is to pass, which causes more pain for the baby when the time finally comes to let it go.