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Constipated, Painful, Bloated Stomach. Taken Laxatives. What Is Going On?

Ii have been constipated for around 2 weeks I took 2 laxatives last wed night and spent the whole of thurs morning in unbelievable pain on the toilet. I thort this would. Be the end of it but I havnt been since, I have now got a bloated stomach, lots of wind top and bottom. I have also been passing yellowish/clear mucusnbut no exrement. Can u help please?
Sat, 25 May 2013
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Hello dear,

Causes of Constipation include:
1. Functional cause- due to decreased gastric motility
2. Irritable bowel syndrome- constipation predominant type.
3. Less consumption of fiber rich foods
4. Less fluid intake
5. Prolonged use of certain medications.
6. Hormonal & Metabolic causes, etc.

Though symptomatic relief can be obtained by intake of Laxatives, their regular use is not advised.
However, as long as the underlying cause is not treated, symptoms will keep recurring.

So, kindly consult a Gastroenterologist & get a proper physical examination done.
Investigations like Ultrasound scan of abdomen, Colonoscopy & contrast studies will be helpful to rule out any pathology in the Gastrointestinal tract.

There is no need to worry, you will be fine.
Make sure that you maintain adequate hydration & proper nutrition.

Wishing you a good health.
Thanks & take care.
You can ask me a direct query on this website using the below link: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-polash-sannigrahi/64925
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Constipated, Painful, Bloated Stomach. Taken Laxatives. What Is Going On?

Hello dear, Causes of Constipation include: 1. Functional cause- due to decreased gastric motility 2. Irritable bowel syndrome- constipation predominant type. 3. Less consumption of fiber rich foods 4. Less fluid intake 5. Prolonged use of certain medications. 6. Hormonal & Metabolic causes, etc. Though symptomatic relief can be obtained by intake of Laxatives, their regular use is not advised. However, as long as the underlying cause is not treated, symptoms will keep recurring. So, kindly consult a Gastroenterologist & get a proper physical examination done. Investigations like Ultrasound scan of abdomen, Colonoscopy & contrast studies will be helpful to rule out any pathology in the Gastrointestinal tract. There is no need to worry, you will be fine. Make sure that you maintain adequate hydration & proper nutrition. Wishing you a good health. Thanks & take care. You can ask me a direct query on this website using the below link: http://www.healthcaremagic.com/doctors/dr-polash-sannigrahi/64925