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Suggest Treatment For Poor Digestion While On Antiretrovirals And Digestive Enzyme Pills
Hi. I am HIV positive and have been on antiretrovirals for 19 years now. Lately my digestive system does not seem to be absorbing nutrients even though I eat well and have a healthy appetite. I have started taking digestive enzyme pill before meals. Is there anything else I can take. also I usually have poor blood circulation.
Thu, 16 Apr 2020
Hello,
* Constipation and low gastric emptying is common side effect of many of the anti retroviral therapy agents.
Following measures will help you in this regard
- drink more liquids
- high fiber diet with bran and organic fresh fruits, green leafy veg
- bulk forming laxative as Ispaghula or Psyllium husk
- avoid smoking if consuming
- regular aerobics and physical exercises.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel
* Constipation and low gastric emptying is common side effect of many of the anti retroviral therapy agents.
Following measures will help you in this regard
- drink more liquids
- high fiber diet with bran and organic fresh fruits, green leafy veg
- bulk forming laxative as Ispaghula or Psyllium husk
- avoid smoking if consuming
- regular aerobics and physical exercises.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel
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