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Suggest Treatment For Constipation

I have had constipation for about 3 months. My bowel movements are always shaped like beans. I eat pretty healthy and try to dring plenty of water. I have taken stool softeners, but do not want to depend on them. I also exercise about 3 times a week.
Mon, 9 May 2016
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Dentist 's  Response
Thank you very much for contacting healthcare magic.

For treatment of constipation problem you have to modify your diet lifestyle.....

Get regular bowel habit training at same time that help in relieving constipation.

Do regular exercise more than 30 minutes.

Drink more water atleast 8 glasses per day.

Take more fiber foods like whole grains, black beans......etc.
Avoid alcohol drinking and smoking.
Avoid gaseous foods.
Avoid fatty and oily foods.

Eat fresh fruits and green vegetables.

Bill forming agent like psyllium or methyl cellulose can use for constipation relife.
osmatic laxatives can use in severe constipation problem.

Take care.
Thank you very much.
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Gastroenterologist Dr. Dr. Klerida Shehu's  Response
Hi
and thank you for asking
you are reporting to have constipation for three months.
to my opinion you need to be examined with:
- colonoscopy
- abdominal ultrasound
- blood work
Meantime start to use olive oil, and enemas.
Wish you all the best
Dr.Klera
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Suggest Treatment For Constipation

Thank you very much for contacting healthcare magic. For treatment of constipation problem you have to modify your diet lifestyle..... Get regular bowel habit training at same time that help in relieving constipation. Do regular exercise more than 30 minutes. Drink more water atleast 8 glasses per day. Take more fiber foods like whole grains, black beans......etc. Avoid alcohol drinking and smoking. Avoid gaseous foods. Avoid fatty and oily foods. Eat fresh fruits and green vegetables. Bill forming agent like psyllium or methyl cellulose can use for constipation relife. osmatic laxatives can use in severe constipation problem. Take care. Thank you very much.