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Suggest Treatment For Frequent Constipation While Having Diabetes
My wife has Diabetes. She is 63 yrs. old. She suffers from frequent constipation. I have noticed, when giving enemas, that the area just posterior to the anus becomes distented and reddish in color . when I press up in this area, the evacuation of the rectum seems easier. Could this be an anococcygeal hernia?
Thu, 26 Dec 2019
Hello,
The symptoms can be related to anococcygeal hernia. I suggest doing a colonoscopy to confirm the diagnosis.
Meanwhile, I suggest using a laxative such as Miralax and fiber supplements. I also suggest her to eat a fiber-rich diet and drink liquids.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
The symptoms can be related to anococcygeal hernia. I suggest doing a colonoscopy to confirm the diagnosis.
Meanwhile, I suggest using a laxative such as Miralax and fiber supplements. I also suggest her to eat a fiber-rich diet and drink liquids.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi, General & Family Physician
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