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My Husband Is 87 & Has Stool So Dry &
Brief Answer:
Yes
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome. Yes, it would be beneficial if laxatives didn't work. However, it should be regularly used, only when there is incomplete evacuation. Also, I suggest to take high fiber diet like with Bananas, papaya,berriesleafy veg etc would be of great help.
2. Make him drink plenty of water.
4. Psyllium / Ispaghula husk one teaspoon in a glass of water, 1 hour before food.
If there is no improvement, he should do colonoscopy. Wish you good health. Regards
Yes
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome. Yes, it would be beneficial if laxatives didn't work. However, it should be regularly used, only when there is incomplete evacuation. Also, I suggest to take high fiber diet like with Bananas, papaya,berriesleafy veg etc would be of great help.
2. Make him drink plenty of water.
4. Psyllium / Ispaghula husk one teaspoon in a glass of water, 1 hour before food.
If there is no improvement, he should do colonoscopy. Wish you good health. Regards
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