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hello, I always struggle with having the proper amount of bowel movements weekly and I haven t had a bowel since last Saturday. I struggle with having to use enemas twice a week just to have relief and I tried to do an enema yesterday and it wouldn t go in for whatever reason after attempting for a hour on and off. What medical advice do you have for me? Also, what should I do for relief as of today since it s been 5 days since I ve had a bowel movement.
According to your complain you have problem of severe constipation problem there are many reasons behind it.. Lack of gastric motility or lack of high fiber foods may lead to constipation problem. Hypothyroidism also cause constipation problem. Intestinal obstruction may ruled out. If this problem is long standing than consult a gastroenterologist for further diagnosis. sonography can done if needed.. Take more water per day.. Bulk forming agent like psyllium is helpful to you.. Bowel habit training is helpful. Take high fiber foods and fruits. Avoid heavy fatty food and gaseous foods.
I hope my guidance helpful to you.. Take care. Thank you.
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How Can severe Constipation be Treated?
Hi... Welcome to healthcare magic. According to your complain you have problem of severe constipation problem there are many reasons behind it.. Lack of gastric motility or lack of high fiber foods may lead to constipation problem. Hypothyroidism also cause constipation problem. Intestinal obstruction may ruled out. If this problem is long standing than consult a gastroenterologist for further diagnosis. sonography can done if needed.. Take more water per day.. Bulk forming agent like psyllium is helpful to you.. Bowel habit training is helpful. Take high fiber foods and fruits. Avoid heavy fatty food and gaseous foods. I hope my guidance helpful to you.. Take care. Thank you.