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What Causes Constipation And Blood In Stool While On Pregnacare During Pregnancy?
hi, I am 17 weeks pregnant and I recently came off folic acid on its own I am now on pregnacare original my stools are black and now I m noticing fresh blood (red) through my stool and wen I wipe myself there is no pain, I am struggling to go to bathroom and sometimes I can t go til every 2- 3 days. is this ok? I am straining a little bit but not a lot.
Wed, 19 Oct 2016
Thanks for asking at Healthcare Magic. I read your question and I understand your concern.
Constipation is the major culprit.
Too much straining especially in pregnancy causes fresh bleeding in stool.
Black stool are because of Pregnacare which contains iron.
I would advise you to take fibres,fresh vegetables and fruits.Drink plenty of water. Be Physically active.
If constipation still persists start laxatives to normalize bowel habits.
Hope it helps best.
Regards
Dr Ejaz
Constipation is the major culprit.
Too much straining especially in pregnancy causes fresh bleeding in stool.
Black stool are because of Pregnacare which contains iron.
I would advise you to take fibres,fresh vegetables and fruits.Drink plenty of water. Be Physically active.
If constipation still persists start laxatives to normalize bowel habits.
Hope it helps best.
Regards
Dr Ejaz
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