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Question: I have always had problems with constipation but in the past 4 years I have been having abdominal pain. I had a colonoscopy 4 years ago and during the process I woke up saying "ow, ow, ow". They said they got the most of the colon and everything seemed fine. However I still am suffering from pain in my stomach. Especially on the lower right side. I haven't seen blood in my stools but lots and lots of yellow and white mucous. I recently have had to take colon helper regularly and recently have been passing very narrow stools after initial pellets covered in mucous.
Brief Answer:
Chronci Constipation
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking
I read your question and i understand your concern. WIth history of constipation, no blood in stools and normal colonoscopy, this discomfort and difficulty passing stools and all other symptoms are purely constipation related and need symptomatic care with medications as well as diet and lifestyle. Its chronic constipation but there is no harm in getting evaluated for the cause of it. Colonic transit study and anal manometry are some of the tests that can be performed. X ray defecography can also be considered.
Prefer foods rich in fiber like cereals, white bread, fresh fruits and vegetables . You need at least 14 gram of fiber for every 1000 calories. Exercise for at least 40 minutes a day. The more you stay mobilised the better it is. Fiber is also available in supplements like methylcellulose, psyllium, calcium polycarbophil and guar gum. Use some laxatives and drink plenty of fluids. Talk to your gastroenterologist and let them help you in this regard. Training your bowel and pelvic muscles will help you adapt good toilet and bowel habits . That will help the defecation.
Nutshell, needs conservative management as constipation is not curable only manageable.
I hope it helps. take good care of yourself and don't forget to close the discussion please.
Regards
Khan
Chronci Constipation
Detailed Answer:
Thank you for asking
I read your question and i understand your concern. WIth history of constipation, no blood in stools and normal colonoscopy, this discomfort and difficulty passing stools and all other symptoms are purely constipation related and need symptomatic care with medications as well as diet and lifestyle. Its chronic constipation but there is no harm in getting evaluated for the cause of it. Colonic transit study and anal manometry are some of the tests that can be performed. X ray defecography can also be considered.
Prefer foods rich in fiber like cereals, white bread, fresh fruits and vegetables . You need at least 14 gram of fiber for every 1000 calories. Exercise for at least 40 minutes a day. The more you stay mobilised the better it is. Fiber is also available in supplements like methylcellulose, psyllium, calcium polycarbophil and guar gum. Use some laxatives and drink plenty of fluids. Talk to your gastroenterologist and let them help you in this regard. Training your bowel and pelvic muscles will help you adapt good toilet and bowel habits . That will help the defecation.
Nutshell, needs conservative management as constipation is not curable only manageable.
I hope it helps. take good care of yourself and don't forget to close the discussion please.
Regards
Khan
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