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What Causes Constipation For 2 Weeks And Suggest Treatment?
Hi I am a 25 year old female. I have not had a bowel movement in almost 2 weeks. I am nauseous, stomach hurts and have not had the urge to go. I have used laxatives, fiber, fruits and veggies. I do not eat fried foods, we actually eat pretty healthy around our house. What can I do? I just currently started a whole body cleanse to see if it helps.
Wed, 12 Dec 2018
Hello,
It looks like chronic constipation. Commonly chronic constipation occurs due to anxiety, depression & stress. Low thyroid hormone levels, eating large amounts of acidic food or too much sex in a certain period of time may trigger it. Abnormal hormone response to ingested water may also cause constipation. Try to lead a balanced life & stay away from addictions if any.
Regularize your toilet habits, do few relaxation exercises, listen to relaxing music, increase fluid intake, bulk up your diet(wheat bran, papaya, fruits & veggies), take warm milk regularly before sleep. Laxatives, stool softeners, fiber supplements are effective. You are recommended to get physically examined & get treated for IBS. Constipation sometimes complicate causing anal fissures & hemorrhoids.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K,
General & Family Physician
It looks like chronic constipation. Commonly chronic constipation occurs due to anxiety, depression & stress. Low thyroid hormone levels, eating large amounts of acidic food or too much sex in a certain period of time may trigger it. Abnormal hormone response to ingested water may also cause constipation. Try to lead a balanced life & stay away from addictions if any.
Regularize your toilet habits, do few relaxation exercises, listen to relaxing music, increase fluid intake, bulk up your diet(wheat bran, papaya, fruits & veggies), take warm milk regularly before sleep. Laxatives, stool softeners, fiber supplements are effective. You are recommended to get physically examined & get treated for IBS. Constipation sometimes complicate causing anal fissures & hemorrhoids.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K,
General & Family Physician
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