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What Causes Constipation After Chemotherapy?

My husband has lung cancer. He had most of his lung removed. Went through 6 weeks of chemo and rad. His main problem right now is he can not poop. And has not been able for almost a week and this happens every other week same thing no poop and a lot of pain.
Wed, 9 Dec 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have constipation after chemotherapy . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query , but in your case it is due to chemotherapy . Some chemotherapy drugs can result in constipation. I would suggest you to eat foods high in fiber like fruits (pears), cereals, and vegetables , drink two to three liters of non-alcoholic fluids (water, juices) each day , exercise ( light walk ) twenty to thirty minutes most days . If symptoms persist then consult your doctor , who may prescribe laxative . Doctor may also refer you to gastroenterologist for gastric problem .


Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwar
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What Causes Constipation After Chemotherapy?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have constipation after chemotherapy . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query , but in your case it is due to chemotherapy . Some chemotherapy drugs can result in constipation. I would suggest you to eat foods high in fiber like fruits (pears), cereals, and vegetables , drink two to three liters of non-alcoholic fluids (water, juices) each day , exercise ( light walk ) twenty to thirty minutes most days . If symptoms persist then consult your doctor , who may prescribe laxative . Doctor may also refer you to gastroenterologist for gastric problem . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwar