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What Causes Sluggish Bowel Movements?
hi, 2 months ago a had diarrhea for a week, then it settled to a bit. Ever since i have had diarrhea, on odd occasians a cant pass a bowel movements,, i have not had a normal movement since. Also sometimes i get shooting pains in my head, reguarly feel sick and lethargic, this has stopped me going to the gym and interupts my daily activities,, i have had a blood test that came back normal and a stool sample. Please help,, i have no idea what to do and this has really brung me down.
Fri, 20 Apr 2018
Hi,
Sluggish bowel movements may be due to sedentary lifestyle and low fiber diet. Do regular exercise, yoga and meditation. Drink plenty of water.
Use syrup lactulose 30 ml after dinner for 5 days. If symptoms do not improve, please consult your doctor who will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu
Sluggish bowel movements may be due to sedentary lifestyle and low fiber diet. Do regular exercise, yoga and meditation. Drink plenty of water.
Use syrup lactulose 30 ml after dinner for 5 days. If symptoms do not improve, please consult your doctor who will examine and treat you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu
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