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How To Overcome The Problem Of Constipation?

I've been having lots of trouble going #2 and it seems like every night i don't get ant sleep at all. I've tried going to doctors but they give me lactulose and send me on my way..but it never works. My abdomen tends to feel like it is overheating and recently I've been feeling pain on my lower right side, right under my rib cage. I've also felt a shooting passion on the front bottom right side not sure what that Is but i totally feel like I'm dying. I've been looking up different sicknesses but i just don't know what it could be. Please help.
Thu, 12 Dec 2013
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Hello dear,

The symptoms as mentioned in your post suggest that you might be having gastritis associated with chronic constipation.
Though symptomatic relief can be obtained with intake of antacid preparation, the underlying cause needs to be treated.

Regarding the problem of constipation, the causes can be many, such as:
The causes of constipation can be:
1. Any pathology/ sub acute obstruction in the Gastrointestinal tract
2. Irritable bowel syndrome- constipation predominant type.
3. Functional cause- due to decreased gastric motility.
4. Inadequate intake of fluids and fiber rich diet.
5. Hormonal & Metabolic causes, etc.

So, kindly consult a Gastroenterologist & get a proper physical examination done.
Investigations like complete blood count, Ultrasound scan of abdomen, Endoscopy & contrast studies will be helpful to rule out any pathological cause for your symptoms.

There is no need to worry, you will be fine.
Till then, maintain adequate hydration & proper nutrition status.

Wishing a good health.
Take care.
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How To Overcome The Problem Of Constipation?

Hello dear, The symptoms as mentioned in your post suggest that you might be having gastritis associated with chronic constipation. Though symptomatic relief can be obtained with intake of antacid preparation, the underlying cause needs to be treated. Regarding the problem of constipation, the causes can be many, such as: The causes of constipation can be: 1. Any pathology/ sub acute obstruction in the Gastrointestinal tract 2. Irritable bowel syndrome- constipation predominant type. 3. Functional cause- due to decreased gastric motility. 4. Inadequate intake of fluids and fiber rich diet. 5. Hormonal & Metabolic causes, etc. So, kindly consult a Gastroenterologist & get a proper physical examination done. Investigations like complete blood count, Ultrasound scan of abdomen, Endoscopy & contrast studies will be helpful to rule out any pathological cause for your symptoms. There is no need to worry, you will be fine. Till then, maintain adequate hydration & proper nutrition status. Wishing a good health. Take care.