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Suggest Treatment For Constipation And Dark Colored Stools
53 year old female suffering from constipation for several months. Stomach distention for nearly a year. OTC stool softeners ineffective. Mag Citrate used and some bowel movement after approx 6 hrs. Stool is dark brown/black, gritty in nature with foul odor.
Thu, 11 Feb 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you are having symptoms of constipation and dark colored stools which could be due to many reasons such as
- eating a lot of dairy products
- irritable bowel syndrome
- some medications like antidepressants
- acidity
- certain conditions like hypothyroidism.
Need not to worry. I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination. Doctor may order colonoscopy or other tests to look for blockages in your colon , barium studies and blood test for hormonal changes. Doctor may prescribe fiber supplement psyllium, calcium polycarbophil , osmotic laxatives , stool softeners and medicine to reduce acidity. You should start with drinking a lot of water , do light exercises and avoid fatty and heavy meals.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you are having symptoms of constipation and dark colored stools which could be due to many reasons such as
- eating a lot of dairy products
- irritable bowel syndrome
- some medications like antidepressants
- acidity
- certain conditions like hypothyroidism.
Need not to worry. I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination. Doctor may order colonoscopy or other tests to look for blockages in your colon , barium studies and blood test for hormonal changes. Doctor may prescribe fiber supplement psyllium, calcium polycarbophil , osmotic laxatives , stool softeners and medicine to reduce acidity. You should start with drinking a lot of water , do light exercises and avoid fatty and heavy meals.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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