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Suggest Treatment For Chronic Constipation For A Year While On Eltroxin For Thyroid Issues

I am 35 yrs old,my weight is 55kg.I have constipation problem from 1 year and thyroid problem also.my doctor suggested me Eltroxin 100 and lubewell-24( 2 times daily) and laxopeg sachet at bed time for 15 days,but constipation is as it is.please suggest me.
Thu, 30 May 2019
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Hi ...

Welcome to healthcare magic.

As per your complain you have problem of constipation problem that may be because of thyroid problem.

Lack of high fiber foods and water intake in diet cause constipation problem.
Intestinal obstruction lead to this type of symptoms.
Consult a gastroenterologist for further diagnosis.
Abdominal barium x ray helpful for diagnosis.
Colonoscopy can done if needed for further diagnosis.

Take a high fiber foods like whole grains and oats...
Avoid fatty foods and junk foods.
Avoid gaseous foods like cabbage ,cauliflower, carbonated drinks etc..
Bulk forming agent like psyllium is helpful in constipation.
Start a treatment according to cause.

I hope my guidance helpful to you..
Take care.
Thank you.
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Suggest Treatment For Chronic Constipation For A Year While On Eltroxin For Thyroid Issues

Hi ... Welcome to healthcare magic. As per your complain you have problem of constipation problem that may be because of thyroid problem. Lack of high fiber foods and water intake in diet cause constipation problem. Intestinal obstruction lead to this type of symptoms. Consult a gastroenterologist for further diagnosis. Abdominal barium x ray helpful for diagnosis. Colonoscopy can done if needed for further diagnosis. Take a high fiber foods like whole grains and oats... Avoid fatty foods and junk foods. Avoid gaseous foods like cabbage ,cauliflower, carbonated drinks etc.. Bulk forming agent like psyllium is helpful in constipation. Start a treatment according to cause. I hope my guidance helpful to you.. Take care. Thank you.