Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Chronic Constipation, Abdominal Bloating And Tarry Stools?
I ve been constipated for several weeks. I ve taken oral liquid laxative twice just to get A little relief . I m bloated. Pain in lower abdomen and from the center of my chest to my belly button tarry like stools when I do go. Stomach is hard and when i do take laxitive I still don t go that much what can I do to help myself
Fri, 4 Mar 2016
Hi Dear,
Welcome to HCM.
Understanding your concern. As per your query you are having symptoms of chronic constipation, abdominal bloating and tarry stools. It could be due to irritable bowel syndrome, eating a lot of dairy products, some medications like antidepressants, acidity and due to lack of fibres in diet. Need not to worry. For now drink lot of water , do light exercises and avoid fatty and heavy meals. 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 osmotic laxatives , stool softeners and medicine to reduce acidity.Take walk after meals , do moderate workout daily , eat ever after 2 hours and sip on warm water.
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 chronic constipation, abdominal bloating and tarry stools. It could be due to irritable bowel syndrome, eating a lot of dairy products, some medications like antidepressants, acidity and due to lack of fibres in diet. Need not to worry. For now drink lot of water , do light exercises and avoid fatty and heavy meals. 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 osmotic laxatives , stool softeners and medicine to reduce acidity.Take walk after meals , do moderate workout daily , eat ever after 2 hours and sip on warm water.
Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....