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What Causes Constipation Along With Diarrhea?

my Dad returned from a month in Scotland five weeks ago. One week after returning home he began experiencing bowel issues, constipation, diarrhea. He is now experiencing confusion, anxiety and some los of memory. Refuss to leave the house, will not drive anywhere. He went to the ER and they just gave him anti anxiety medication. He seems to be losing his coping skills.
Thu, 23 Apr 2015
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Hi,
Welcome to healthcare magic,

It might be possible that you have your father had normal bacterial flora got disturbed as result of continuous travelling and eating outside food.

This thing might cause your constipation and alternatively diarrhoea.

First,he must start having light food with high fiber diet like salads(cucumber,cabbage, carrots).

You may take laxatives or purgatives like syrup cremaffin plus in night time to have a effortless bowel evacuation.The antianxiety medications can be continued.

If problem persists then consult your physician for further advice.
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What Causes Constipation Along With Diarrhea?

Hi, Welcome to healthcare magic, It might be possible that you have your father had normal bacterial flora got disturbed as result of continuous travelling and eating outside food. This thing might cause your constipation and alternatively diarrhoea. First,he must start having light food with high fiber diet like salads(cucumber,cabbage, carrots). You may take laxatives or purgatives like syrup cremaffin plus in night time to have a effortless bowel evacuation.The antianxiety medications can be continued. If problem persists then consult your physician for further advice.