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How To Treat Constipation, Stomach Bloating And Pain?
Hi, I m suffering from severe constipation. I eat a very healthy diet. Lot of greens, water, no fast food or red meat. I also exclude fiber and probiotics in my diet and lots of water. Still no relief at all. I ve even tried stool softeners and dulcolax. Still no relief. I m at my wits end because I can t take the severe bloating and stomach pains. Any suggestions ?
Wed, 4 Jan 2017
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Bloating might be related to constipation, aerophagia or swallowing of air, ill fitted dentures, smoking and use of carbonated drinks. I would advise you to take antiacidity medicine like pantoprazole or ranitidine with antacids for 3 to 5 days for bloating and excessive gas. Since you are taking healthy diet and not getting relief from constipation I would advise you to take liquid paraffin 30ml or syrup lactulose at bed time and ishabgol husk with luke warm water followed by an additional glass of hot water.
You should include papaya fruits in your diet and develop a regular habit to visit toilet. If it doesn't help than Enema is another option to get rid of it.Hope this answers your question please feel free to ask for follow up question I will be happy to help you.
Best wishes,
Dr. B R Hudda
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Bloating might be related to constipation, aerophagia or swallowing of air, ill fitted dentures, smoking and use of carbonated drinks. I would advise you to take antiacidity medicine like pantoprazole or ranitidine with antacids for 3 to 5 days for bloating and excessive gas. Since you are taking healthy diet and not getting relief from constipation I would advise you to take liquid paraffin 30ml or syrup lactulose at bed time and ishabgol husk with luke warm water followed by an additional glass of hot water.
You should include papaya fruits in your diet and develop a regular habit to visit toilet. If it doesn't help than Enema is another option to get rid of it.Hope this answers your question please feel free to ask for follow up question I will be happy to help you.
Best wishes,
Dr. B R Hudda
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