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What Causes Constipation?
hello. my 21 year old son is healthy. he has been away at camp as a counselor these last few weeks and has been complaining of minor stomach discomfort. he now reports that in the last two days he has been very constipated. he is typically pretty regular. do you think it is his diet or perhaps dehydration (he is outside in the summer heat all day, not sure he is drinking enough fluids)
Tue, 22 Aug 2017
Hi..
Welcome to healthcare magic.
As per your complain you have problem of stomach discomfort and constipation problem that may be because of lack of water and high fiber foods or other reasons....
Drink more water per day..
Avoid gaseous foods and fatty foods and junk foods..
Bulk forming agent like psyllium is helpful in constipation problem.
Consult a gastroenterologist for further diagnosis and treatment.
Get well soon..
Thank you.
Welcome to healthcare magic.
As per your complain you have problem of stomach discomfort and constipation problem that may be because of lack of water and high fiber foods or other reasons....
Drink more water per day..
Avoid gaseous foods and fatty foods and junk foods..
Bulk forming agent like psyllium is helpful in constipation problem.
Consult a gastroenterologist for further diagnosis and treatment.
Get well soon..
Thank you.
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