Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..
I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..
As per your complain it seems that you are suffering from constipation that is due to
withdrawal symptoms of alcohol as you were used to it since 15 years..
It can also be due to other common causes like lack of dietary fibres, lack of physical activity, stress, dehydration, eating disorders,
Irritable bowel syndrome etc..
As of now you can start taking high fibre diet and add more of green leafy vegetables and fruits in diet..
You should also drink plenty of water.
You can also do moderate workout..
You can also take walk after meals..
You can also take
stool softener like Docusate and continue taking Metamucil..
In case of no relief in a week
consult a Gastroenterologist and get evaluated and he can advise you to get Colonoscopy done to rule out the exact cause and treat you accordingly..
You can be advised prescription drugs like Linclotide and
Lubiprostone..
Hope this information helps..
Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.