Hello,
* The
constipation with abdomen pain in your daughter at age of 16 may be of multiple factors possible as
- low water intake
- lack of fiber supplements
- low activities or sedentary life style
- liver malfunction for bile drainage
-
digestive enzyme disturbances
- pancreas issues or else
- hormone changes from
cholesterol levels.
Primary guidelines involve
- more liquids intake
- high fiber diet with plenty of green leafy veg, cereals, pulses, legumes
- regular aerobics
- stress and anxiety control
- regular sound sleep of 7 hours
- bulk forming laxatives as Ispaghula or Psyllium husk
* Discuss the need of an
ultrasound examination of the abdomen & pelvis with or without
colonoscopy for diagnostic and therapeutic approach with her doc during next scheduled visit.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon