Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Constipation Along With Sporadic Chills And Sweating?
I have been constipated for a fewdays, laxitives do not help. Never have had any problems before.After a couple days now I have a very small bowl movement every hour about the size of a quarter, no pain still cant go. Yesterday either cold or sweating all day, woke up soaking wet.
Mon, 11 Apr 2016
HI, thanks for using healthcare magic
Laxatives can be used for a short period of time only, if used for a prolonged time, they can actually worsen bowel action because they prevent the bowel from working well.
You may want to try increasing your fiber and fluid intake. At least 8 glasses of fluids should be used, not including any caffeine or alcohol since these cause the body to lose fluids.
Use at least 5 servings of fiber and also consider adding a fiber supplement such as metamucil, cetrucil or benefiber.
You can add a temporary laxative to this to see if this helps.
I hope this helps
Laxatives can be used for a short period of time only, if used for a prolonged time, they can actually worsen bowel action because they prevent the bowel from working well.
You may want to try increasing your fiber and fluid intake. At least 8 glasses of fluids should be used, not including any caffeine or alcohol since these cause the body to lose fluids.
Use at least 5 servings of fiber and also consider adding a fiber supplement such as metamucil, cetrucil or benefiber.
You can add a temporary laxative to this to see if this helps.
I hope this helps
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....