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Suggest Remedy For Severe Constipation
When I use the bathroom it is difficult. I use a softener. I m 33 yr old male with multiple health problems severe herniated discs in c spine, TBI, (from multiple skull fracture) multiple compression vertebral fractures bi lateral ulnar neuropathy. Ect. When I try to move my bowels I get a sharp pain on my right side of my neck next to my Adam s apple? Any reason for concern?
Mon, 7 Mar 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you are having symptoms of severe constipation which could be due to many reasons such as due to decreased gastric motility, inadequate intake of fluids and fiber rich diet, eating a lot of dairy products, irritable bowel syndrome, some medications like antidepressants, acidity and certain conditions like hypothyroidism. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination. Doctor may order colonoscopy or other tests to look for blockages in your colon , barium studies and blood test for hormonal changes. Doctor may prescribe fiber supplement, osmotic laxatives , stool softeners and medicine to reduce acidity. You should start with drinking a lot of water , do light exercises and avoid fatty and heavy meals.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you are having symptoms of severe constipation which could be due to many reasons such as due to decreased gastric motility, inadequate intake of fluids and fiber rich diet, eating a lot of dairy products, irritable bowel syndrome, some medications like antidepressants, acidity and certain conditions like hypothyroidism. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination. Doctor may order colonoscopy or other tests to look for blockages in your colon , barium studies and blood test for hormonal changes. Doctor may prescribe fiber supplement, osmotic laxatives , stool softeners and medicine to reduce acidity. You should start with drinking a lot of water , do light exercises and avoid fatty and heavy meals.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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