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Suggest Treatment For Constipation
I took correctol last night for constipation. (9 days w/o a bowel movement) Today I have had 3x explosive diarrhea and now cramping, gas and bloating. I took 3 gas ex tabs and one tums to try to combat some of the gas and pain. When will this go away?
Mon, 30 Apr 2018
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
The causes of constipation are:
1. Restricted activity
2. Obesity
3. Bedridden patient
4. Medicine side effects
5. Fatty food
You can take syrup Duphalac 15 ml. Drink a lot of fluids, take light diet with high fiber content. The treatments depend upon the underlying condition, Kindly follow with detailed history or consult with the physician.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shyam B. Kale
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
The causes of constipation are:
1. Restricted activity
2. Obesity
3. Bedridden patient
4. Medicine side effects
5. Fatty food
You can take syrup Duphalac 15 ml. Drink a lot of fluids, take light diet with high fiber content. The treatments depend upon the underlying condition, Kindly follow with detailed history or consult with the physician.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shyam B. Kale
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