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What Causes Severe Constipation With Low Grade Fever And Severe Abdominal Distress?
Question: Severe constipation is associated with low grade fever and severe abdominal distress. Could this be a set of symptoms for something other than severe constipation?
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Thank You for contacting HCM. My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.
I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. I would be in a better position to guide you anything if you answer following questions please:
1. since when are you having this problem?
2. are you able to pass flatus?
3. are you on any medication?
4. do you or anyone in the family has history of diabetes, hypertension or other illness?
5. is there any urge to pass stool?
6. any other symptom that you would like to share?
I will be looking forward for the answers to conclude the discussion in the best interest of yours.
Thank You
Need some details to guide you better
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thank You for contacting HCM. My name is Dr Muhammad Ali Rauf & i will look into your problem.
I have gone through your query and would try to help you in the best possible way. I would be in a better position to guide you anything if you answer following questions please:
1. since when are you having this problem?
2. are you able to pass flatus?
3. are you on any medication?
4. do you or anyone in the family has history of diabetes, hypertension or other illness?
5. is there any urge to pass stool?
6. any other symptom that you would like to share?
I will be looking forward for the answers to conclude the discussion in the best interest of yours.
Thank You
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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1. It has been going on for the last 10 hours or so.
2. Very limited
3. Synthroid, aricept, calcium supplement, low dose of iron
4. No family history of diabetes; blood pressure actually below normal.
5. Some of the time, but not all of the time
6. Pain waxes and wanes, but remains intense when it is at its worst. Somewhat nauseous, but i have not vomited.
1. It has been going on for the last 10 hours or so.
2. Very limited
3. Synthroid, aricept, calcium supplement, low dose of iron
4. No family history of diabetes; blood pressure actually below normal.
5. Some of the time, but not all of the time
6. Pain waxes and wanes, but remains intense when it is at its worst. Somewhat nauseous, but i have not vomited.
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Detailed Answer:
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Thank you for getting back with the answers. I have gone through them. Following measures will help you in reducing the problem:
1. Increase Dietary fiber intake:
It is available in multiple forms like fresh fruits, vegetables & cereals.
2. Increase fluids intake:
it is the key to treatment. Take at least 8-10 glasses of water daily. Avoid milk & milk products because in some cases it aggravates constipation.
3. Oral stool softeners:
They are easy to use and have shown good results. Some of the OTC includes Colace & Surfak. Avoid long term use.
4. Methyl Cellulose is a bulk producing laxative is OTC. You can take 2 caplets after every 6hrs.
I would suggest you to first go with dietary management. If it persists then you can go for OTC medicines. Hopefully you will see improvement in 1-2 days BUT if condition remains same or aggravates then you need to visit hospital for further management.
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help if not then don't forget to close the discussion and rate it.
Wishing you good health !!
Please see description
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thank you for getting back with the answers. I have gone through them. Following measures will help you in reducing the problem:
1. Increase Dietary fiber intake:
It is available in multiple forms like fresh fruits, vegetables & cereals.
2. Increase fluids intake:
it is the key to treatment. Take at least 8-10 glasses of water daily. Avoid milk & milk products because in some cases it aggravates constipation.
3. Oral stool softeners:
They are easy to use and have shown good results. Some of the OTC includes Colace & Surfak. Avoid long term use.
4. Methyl Cellulose is a bulk producing laxative is OTC. You can take 2 caplets after every 6hrs.
I would suggest you to first go with dietary management. If it persists then you can go for OTC medicines. Hopefully you will see improvement in 1-2 days BUT if condition remains same or aggravates then you need to visit hospital for further management.
Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help if not then don't forget to close the discussion and rate it.
Wishing you good health !!
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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