Brief Answer:
Constipation is due to
thyroid hormone deficiency
Detailed Answer:
Hi Mrs. XXXXXXX
Thanks for your query.
In your case, the cause of slow gut motility with constipation, is apparently due to under-corrected thyroid problem. Dose of thyroid drug needs to be increased.
If you are not on thyroid drug, it should be started immediately and the dose is gradually increased, till such time your Blood levels of thyroid hormones reach the normal range.
To relieve severe constipation and thereafter, maintain
regular bowel movements, the recommended course of action is :-
(a) Firstly, take strong laxatives (called Purgatives), such as
Lactulose in high doses, along with plenty or oral water, till you start having loose stools. Thereafter, start with stool-bulk forming agents, such as,
Psyllium husk twice daily and subsequently daily at bedtime regularly.
(b) Have HIGH FIBER diet daily; avoid refined sugars, confectionaries, fast foods.
(c) Take Probiotics and digestive enzymes daily for 1-2 months.
(d) Take at least 2.5 - 3 liters of water everyday.
(e) Regular exercises.
Your gut motility will be restored once the thyroid hormone levels reach normal levels in the blood.
Further,
chronic constipation can also be due to
Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
Consult your doctor and apprise him of my opinion. I am certain that he will agree with my opinion; order required tests, and- based on the reports- will prescribe suitable treatment as advised.
Hope I have addressed to your concerns to your complete satisfaction and you find my response helpful and informative. I will be happy to answer further queries, if any.
Fond regards and have a nice day,
Dr. Rakesh Karanwal