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Question: I have spinal stenosis. One yar ago I passed out, they took me to ER and the ER evacuated me using Mineral? I was fine for a year then it happened again and now a second time--each about 6 months apart. I was told that the spine is pressing down on the bowel and that I need to be caeful about bowel movements. Is that correct? Is there anything else I can do?
Brief Answer:
Possible changes in CSF pressure.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.
I have read your question and understand your concerns.
Probably the explanation was a little more different because is not possible for the spine to press on the bowel.
In cases of spinal stenosis rarely may be impairment of cerebrospinal fluid circulation (CSF), in such cases, increased intraabdominal pressure during efforts or bowel movements may increase the cerebrospinal fluid pressure that may cause you to pass out.
Besides laxatives, avoiding moderate to severe physical efforts, avoiding weight lifting, using food rich in fibers and sufficient fluids is necessary to prevent these episodes.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Take care.
Possible changes in CSF pressure.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.
I have read your question and understand your concerns.
Probably the explanation was a little more different because is not possible for the spine to press on the bowel.
In cases of spinal stenosis rarely may be impairment of cerebrospinal fluid circulation (CSF), in such cases, increased intraabdominal pressure during efforts or bowel movements may increase the cerebrospinal fluid pressure that may cause you to pass out.
Besides laxatives, avoiding moderate to severe physical efforts, avoiding weight lifting, using food rich in fibers and sufficient fluids is necessary to prevent these episodes.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Take care.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
how about dulcolax suppositories--I am told they are better than laxatives because don't get into system as much.
Brief Answer:
Could be useful.
Detailed Answer:
Welcome back.
Dulcolax suppositories may be useful in reducing intraabdominal pressure during bowel movements and it is true that suppositories act more locally, only small amounts may enter in circulation.
So, they may be used in your case.
Hope I helped you.
Kind regards.
Could be useful.
Detailed Answer:
Welcome back.
Dulcolax suppositories may be useful in reducing intraabdominal pressure during bowel movements and it is true that suppositories act more locally, only small amounts may enter in circulation.
So, they may be used in your case.
Hope I helped you.
Kind regards.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T
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