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Suggest Remedies For Difficulty In Passing Stool Despite Taking Laxatives
Question: I ham having difficulty with bowel movements for past 4 days>
I have taken laxatives for past two days and have had bowel movements but still feel bloated and wanting to still strain.
I have taken laxatives for past two days and have had bowel movements but still feel bloated and wanting to still strain.
Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking on HCM!
You are reporting to have constipation for past four days. If I were your treating doctor I would suggest to:
- use plenty of water 2-3 lt per day
- use virgin olive oil 2-3 teaspoon per day
- use vegetables and fresh fruits or use fiber packs (2 per day)
- increase physical activity
- avoid unnecessary stress
If all above doesn't improve your constipation than you can use Magnesium citrate.
It is a saline laxative and will help to soft your stool.
Otherwise if you have more than three months with constipation than you should do colonoscopy.
Dr.klerida
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Detailed Answer:
Hi and thank you for asking on HCM!
You are reporting to have constipation for past four days. If I were your treating doctor I would suggest to:
- use plenty of water 2-3 lt per day
- use virgin olive oil 2-3 teaspoon per day
- use vegetables and fresh fruits or use fiber packs (2 per day)
- increase physical activity
- avoid unnecessary stress
If all above doesn't improve your constipation than you can use Magnesium citrate.
It is a saline laxative and will help to soft your stool.
Otherwise if you have more than three months with constipation than you should do colonoscopy.
Dr.klerida
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