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What Is The Remedy For Severe Constipation And The Cause Of It ?

I have experienced severe constipation for 8 months. I usually wait 6 days before taking dulcolax because that is the only way I can have a bowel movement. Sometimes my stools look normal, but other times they are gross looking.

When there is any blood I just think it is because the stool is irritating the lining of the bowel. I was referred to a general surgeon for consultation, but have to wait 6 months for a colonoscopy. I was diagnosed with IBS about 40 years ago. Is this anything to be concerned about? I am 70 years old.
Sat, 8 Feb 2014
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Thanks for query on HCM.
Chronic constipation usually occurs due to disturbed digestion pattern.
Try to avoid stress,anxiety.Take proper sound sleep.
You have to eat more liquid and high fiber diet.
Eat more fruits,vegetables.
Pineapple and oats contains the rich fiber which is more useful to improve digestion.
Drink more water and other liquids like coconut water,lemon water,buttermilk.
Lactic acid bacillus and enzyme preparations will be helpful.
Rebeprazole with cinitapride for long course is advisable.
Keep in touch with your doctor.



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What Is The Remedy For Severe Constipation And The Cause Of It ?

Thanks for query on HCM. Chronic constipation usually occurs due to disturbed digestion pattern. Try to avoid stress,anxiety.Take proper sound sleep. You have to eat more liquid and high fiber diet. Eat more fruits,vegetables. Pineapple and oats contains the rich fiber which is more useful to improve digestion. Drink more water and other liquids like coconut water,lemon water,buttermilk. Lactic acid bacillus and enzyme preparations will be helpful. Rebeprazole with cinitapride for long course is advisable. Keep in touch with your doctor.