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Question: my stools are very scratchy and sometimes hard. I eat a lot of fiber during my day. I do have a daily movement. will Miralax help me. How much and when. My bowl movements are usually In the early morning. I need to soften my stools.
Brief Answer:
Regular exercise and water intake will be helpful
Detailed Answer:
Namasthe/Hi
Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
Greetings of the day
Chronic constipation in an adult is likely to be due to following
1. Low fibre diet
2. Decreased intake of water
3. Presence of lesion of anus and rectum
Before embarking on blind empirical treatment its advisable to undergo thorough evaluation by General Surgeon/Gastroenterlogist
I would suggest you the following
1. Plenty of oral fluids: 2-3 liter of water a day
2. High fibre diet: 2 servings of vegetable salad and fruits everyday especially citrus fruits will be helpful
3. Oral Laxatives like Lactulose
4. Regular exercise: Regular exercise like 30 minutes of brisk walking is known to promote bowel movements
5. Avoid constipating diet like excessive refined sugar, refined wheat flour, biscuits, cookies
In case you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Wishing you happy and healthy life
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr Shobha Deepak
Regular exercise and water intake will be helpful
Detailed Answer:
Namasthe/Hi
Welcome to Healthcare-Magic
Greetings of the day
Chronic constipation in an adult is likely to be due to following
1. Low fibre diet
2. Decreased intake of water
3. Presence of lesion of anus and rectum
Before embarking on blind empirical treatment its advisable to undergo thorough evaluation by General Surgeon/Gastroenterlogist
I would suggest you the following
1. Plenty of oral fluids: 2-3 liter of water a day
2. High fibre diet: 2 servings of vegetable salad and fruits everyday especially citrus fruits will be helpful
3. Oral Laxatives like Lactulose
4. Regular exercise: Regular exercise like 30 minutes of brisk walking is known to promote bowel movements
5. Avoid constipating diet like excessive refined sugar, refined wheat flour, biscuits, cookies
In case you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Wishing you happy and healthy life
Take Care
Best Regards
Dr Shobha Deepak
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