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I am having constapation cronic I am a diabetic and recently cut out all forms of bread potatoes and my stomack is making growling sounds which it never did before and my bloodwork show low zinc I am taking once a wk vitamin D perscription and slow magnisum
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
I would like to tell you that constipation is common problem associated with diabetes because of diabetic neuropathy and you need to pay more attention towards your diet and lifestyle to cure constipation. There are two ways to treat constipation, Natural and Laxatives.
Your Natural treatment for constipation includes High fiber intake, Plenty of water and regular physical activity.
Laxative treatment in diabetes should be taken after consulting your Physician because some of laxatives are not intended for long-term use.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards, Dr. Navneet Bansal
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How Can Chronic Constipation Be Treated?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I would like to tell you that constipation is common problem associated with diabetes because of diabetic neuropathy and you need to pay more attention towards your diet and lifestyle to cure constipation. There are two ways to treat constipation, Natural and Laxatives. Your Natural treatment for constipation includes High fiber intake, Plenty of water and regular physical activity. Laxative treatment in diabetes should be taken after consulting your Physician because some of laxatives are not intended for long-term use. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Navneet Bansal