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Having Constipation With Strain To Have A Bowel Movement
Question: I occasinaly have constipation and have to strain pretty hard to have a bowel movement. They are packed balls and are sometimes very large. I notice that sometimes I have a little blood on the movement or on the toilet paper. Is this something to be concerned about. All other movements are normal and I dont ever seen blood
Brief Answer:
Once physical examination and stool softener to be taken
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear
Once fecal occult blood test should be done with cbc and tsh levels and X-ray and physical examination can rule out piles . Your food should consist of fiber and fluids in more quantity ( fruits salads, vegetables ,cereals etc ) drink at least 8 glasses of water,and say no to alcohol,coffee,even tea . Take milk of magnesia up to 5 ml at bedtime,for stool softeners you have to once visit physician as they may be contraindicated in few patients. do little yoga and breathing exercises like sky also helps lot, Hope this helps
Once physical examination and stool softener to be taken
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear
Once fecal occult blood test should be done with cbc and tsh levels and X-ray and physical examination can rule out piles . Your food should consist of fiber and fluids in more quantity ( fruits salads, vegetables ,cereals etc ) drink at least 8 glasses of water,and say no to alcohol,coffee,even tea . Take milk of magnesia up to 5 ml at bedtime,for stool softeners you have to once visit physician as they may be contraindicated in few patients. do little yoga and breathing exercises like sky also helps lot, Hope this helps
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