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What Causes Constipation After A Colonoscopy?
I had a colonoscopy about a month ago , I keep having hard stools about ever couple weeks. I am a vegetarian, drink lots of water. No milk product. Had gallbladder removed. Am I not getting g enough fiber or is something else going on I should consult y doctor? Been going on for a few weeks now
Wed, 4 Apr 2018
Hello,
It can be functional constipation but before that organic cause should be ruled out. For that ultrasounds, abdomen scan is done. If it is functional constipation then fiber diet taken more. Along with more water, do regular exercise as well. Avoid a sedentary lifestyle. If constipation more troublesome then psyllium husk with milk can be prescribed. To relieve acute constipation Bisacodyl tablet can be prescribed. Consult a physician for examination and get prescription.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Parth Goswami
It can be functional constipation but before that organic cause should be ruled out. For that ultrasounds, abdomen scan is done. If it is functional constipation then fiber diet taken more. Along with more water, do regular exercise as well. Avoid a sedentary lifestyle. If constipation more troublesome then psyllium husk with milk can be prescribed. To relieve acute constipation Bisacodyl tablet can be prescribed. Consult a physician for examination and get prescription.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Parth Goswami
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