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Question: How do I cure severe constipation?
Brief Answer:
Need some more information
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear.Thanks for your query.
I would like to know some more information-
How regularly are you passing the stool?How regularly do you pass normally?When did you pass your last stool?
Can you describe the nature of your stool?Is it hard?Do you have any pain when you pass your stool?
Do you have previous history of constipation?If yes, how was it managed by your doctor?Do you have any history of piles?
How much water, liquids/day do you have?
Can you give me a brief about your diet?
Await your reply soon.
Need some more information
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear.Thanks for your query.
I would like to know some more information-
How regularly are you passing the stool?How regularly do you pass normally?When did you pass your last stool?
Can you describe the nature of your stool?Is it hard?Do you have any pain when you pass your stool?
Do you have previous history of constipation?If yes, how was it managed by your doctor?Do you have any history of piles?
How much water, liquids/day do you have?
Can you give me a brief about your diet?
Await your reply soon.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Prasad
I usually passing stool two times aday last bowel movement was about five days ago my stool starts off small and hard then goes soft after 3 or 4 small hard stools have passed i do some pain i have been getting piles alot but have no cancer in the family that i know of have had constipation before but not this bad doctor just gave me laxative i drink about 2 to 3 litres of water aday diet is not the greatest but i do eat alot of fruit and vegies sum times eat alot of non healthly stuff too
Brief Answer:
Lactulose/Diet/Exercise helps to relieve your constipation
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear.Thanks for writing me back.
I would recommend laxative(Lactulose solution 15ml 2-3 times today, each dose to be taken every 8 hours) to relieve constipation. Bowel movement happens after 4-6 hours after the dose.Further I would titrate the dose depending on stool output and continue for not more than a week.
To avoid the recurrence of constipation I would suggest a few tips-
a.Get enough fiber in your diet.It makes stool bulkier and softer so it's easier to pass. Gradually increase the amount of fiber in your diet until you have at least 20 to 35 grams of fiber daily.Sources rich in fiber are :
-Bran and other whole grains found in cereals/breads/brown rice
-Vegetables such as Brussels sprouts, carrots, and asparagus
-Fresh fruits, or dried fruits such as raisins, apricots etc
-Avoid fatty, oily and junk food
I would also recommend Ispaghula husk granules(available over the counter) which have high fiber content.
b.Drink plenty of oral fluids to avoid dehydration.
c.Always respond to your bowel's natural pattern: do not delay when you feel the urge.
d.Regular exercise daily walking/running helps.
Piles(stage 1) ameliorate with lifestyle and dietary modification which help to restore the stool consistency.Grade 2/3 require surgical/laser management. Consult a surgeon so that they can be examined and managed accordingly.
Hope this answers your query.
Lactulose/Diet/Exercise helps to relieve your constipation
Detailed Answer:
Hi dear.Thanks for writing me back.
I would recommend laxative(Lactulose solution 15ml 2-3 times today, each dose to be taken every 8 hours) to relieve constipation. Bowel movement happens after 4-6 hours after the dose.Further I would titrate the dose depending on stool output and continue for not more than a week.
To avoid the recurrence of constipation I would suggest a few tips-
a.Get enough fiber in your diet.It makes stool bulkier and softer so it's easier to pass. Gradually increase the amount of fiber in your diet until you have at least 20 to 35 grams of fiber daily.Sources rich in fiber are :
-Bran and other whole grains found in cereals/breads/brown rice
-Vegetables such as Brussels sprouts, carrots, and asparagus
-Fresh fruits, or dried fruits such as raisins, apricots etc
-Avoid fatty, oily and junk food
I would also recommend Ispaghula husk granules(available over the counter) which have high fiber content.
b.Drink plenty of oral fluids to avoid dehydration.
c.Always respond to your bowel's natural pattern: do not delay when you feel the urge.
d.Regular exercise daily walking/running helps.
Piles(stage 1) ameliorate with lifestyle and dietary modification which help to restore the stool consistency.Grade 2/3 require surgical/laser management. Consult a surgeon so that they can be examined and managed accordingly.
Hope this answers your query.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Bhagyalaxmi Nalaparaju
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