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Suggest Remedy For Irregular Bowels
Dear Doctor, I am training to become a nutritionist and so this may seem strange that I have this problem! I am 45 and 5'6 and 9 stone 7oz. I do not have regular bowel movements, say every 3 or 4 days. I eat fruit, veg and drink lots of water take probiotics and aloe vera, etc. Do you think I should have a colonoscopy?
Tue, 14 Nov 2017
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Dear there are few conditions that cause change in bowel habits example celiac disease
Crohn’s disease
diverticulosis
irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
thyroid disorders
ulcerative colitis.
Use syrp lactulose 30 ml at night, use benfiber, eat green leafy vegetables, regular exercise, avoid alcohol and smoking. If you are symptoms not improved consult your doctor.
Thank you for trusting HCM
Dear there are few conditions that cause change in bowel habits example celiac disease
Crohn’s disease
diverticulosis
irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
thyroid disorders
ulcerative colitis.
Use syrp lactulose 30 ml at night, use benfiber, eat green leafy vegetables, regular exercise, avoid alcohol and smoking. If you are symptoms not improved consult your doctor.
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