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Suggest Remedies For Extreme Constipation And Gas

I havent been able to poop in 3 days except for just a few marble size not much and had to really push. I have added more fiber via over the counter powder. Nothing yet. I have just been prescribed stool softener "Colace" that says take when needed. I have yet to have taken it. I do have more gas than usual also.

I'm also eating more fruit fresh oranges and bananas plus canned peaches

Should I take the stool softener with the fiber powder and fruits I am adding to my diet?
Fri, 13 May 2016
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..

As per your complain you have the symptoms of acute constipation that has not gone in 3 days along with excess gas formation can be due to causes like sudden changes in dietary habits, irritable bowel syndrome, excess intake of dairy,eating disorders, lack of appropriate physical activity, side effects of medicines, Hypothyroidism etc..

Excess gas formation is due to lack of proper digestion and will resolve once constipation subsides..

It is true that you need stool softeners along with a high fibre diet for relief..

You can also be advised to take laxatives like Polyethylene glycol [Miralax], castor oil also acts as a lubricant and laxative..
You can also be advised to take Psyllium husk or Lactulose..
Take more fibres in diet, add green leafy vegetables, fruits and salads, plenty of water and do moderate workout..

If it does not improve in a week consult a General Physician or a Gastroenterologist and get evaluated..

Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
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Suggest Remedies For Extreme Constipation And Gas

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.. As per your complain you have the symptoms of acute constipation that has not gone in 3 days along with excess gas formation can be due to causes like sudden changes in dietary habits, irritable bowel syndrome, excess intake of dairy,eating disorders, lack of appropriate physical activity, side effects of medicines, Hypothyroidism etc.. Excess gas formation is due to lack of proper digestion and will resolve once constipation subsides.. It is true that you need stool softeners along with a high fibre diet for relief.. You can also be advised to take laxatives like Polyethylene glycol [Miralax], castor oil also acts as a lubricant and laxative.. You can also be advised to take Psyllium husk or Lactulose.. Take more fibres in diet, add green leafy vegetables, fruits and salads, plenty of water and do moderate workout.. If it does not improve in a week consult a General Physician or a Gastroenterologist and get evaluated.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.