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Suggest Remedy For Discomfort In Lower Abdomen Due To Constipation Post C Section Delivery
I had a csection 8 days ago and I ve had one bowel movement about 3 days ago and none since then. Today I can really feel the pressure down there and I know there is some stool wanting to come out but it s stuck. I m guessing it s impacted. What should I do to remove it? Will a stool softer work on it since the stool is already made or will it just soften later stools to come out around the impacted stool? I am trying to remove what s in there now. Should I try an enema? It s causing lots of pain and discomfort. I am breastfeeding also and don t want to take anything that could harm my baby.
Tue, 8 Dec 2015
Welcome to HCM
I have read and understood your concern
Right now any pressure is not good for your stitch site
you can try taking lactulose 2 table spoon.see if it works.If you are sure that it is impacted,you can try manual removal of the feaces.Put some lubricant like glycerine on anal area and try to remove it with finger.
if this doesnot work either,do go for enema.dont try exertion
Hope this will help
Stay Healthy
Regards Dr Faeza
I have read and understood your concern
Right now any pressure is not good for your stitch site
you can try taking lactulose 2 table spoon.see if it works.If you are sure that it is impacted,you can try manual removal of the feaces.Put some lubricant like glycerine on anal area and try to remove it with finger.
if this doesnot work either,do go for enema.dont try exertion
Hope this will help
Stay Healthy
Regards Dr Faeza
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