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What Causes Sinus Infection And Constipation?
I have what I believe to be a severe sinus infection and have been constipated since it started last week. I took two days of a mild laxitive with no results and last night took a full bottle of magnesium citrate with some bowl movement but not much. Was wondering what could be the cause.
Tue, 1 Dec 2020
Hello,
Stress associated with an infection can cause constipation. Stay hydrated, take a high fiber diet, and make sure go get adequate movement daily.
You can also take over the counter available Dulcolax if needed.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal, General & Family Physician
Stress associated with an infection can cause constipation. Stay hydrated, take a high fiber diet, and make sure go get adequate movement daily.
You can also take over the counter available Dulcolax if needed.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal, General & Family Physician
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