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How To Treat Constipation In A Heart Patient?
My mother is 71 yrs ,she is heart patient she is having 2 much constipation from 3 days ,her stomach hs nt clear yet I hve her dophalac ,lacti fiber ,lax 3 syrup nd cremalex tablet bt nt even single medicine is effective for her .plssssss suggest me what should I do for her
Mon, 2 Dec 2019
Hello,
Constipation in elderly which is severe needs to be investigated for the cause as sometimes tumor of intestine can cause such problem. Please meet a gastroenterologist for colonoscopy study. Till then increase dose of duphalac as per advise from a doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Loveleen Sharma, General & Family Physician
Constipation in elderly which is severe needs to be investigated for the cause as sometimes tumor of intestine can cause such problem. Please meet a gastroenterologist for colonoscopy study. Till then increase dose of duphalac as per advise from a doctor.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Loveleen Sharma, General & Family Physician
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