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Dr. Andrew Rynne
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Dr. Andrew Rynne

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Suggest Medication For Acute Constipation With Hard Stools

Last 5 years suffering from acute constipation.gases problem.starting stool is hard. Next semi solid.annals not opening properly.several medicine used.ayurvedic kayam tab used last 2 years.frequently bowel movement.always burning sensation after bowel. Dr.advised not to take ayurvdic medicine for future effects. Now 2 tablet of cremalax taking last 6 days till problem is continuing.no regular bowel. Advice solicited.thanks.
Fri, 8 Jan 2016
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HI, thanks for using healthcare magic

Constipation can be distressing.

It is correct to say that laxatives should not be used regularly because they eventually damage the bowel and cause further constipation.

If other causes of constipation have been ruled out by testing then the main treatment involves: (1) increasing fluid intake- you need to use at least 8 glasses of fluid daily.
Does not include caffeine drinks or alcohol because they cause the body to lose fluids

(2)use a lot of fiber- this means at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables daily

A fiber supplement can also be used eg benefiber, metamucil, cetrucil

(3)physical activity is also important

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Suggest Medication For Acute Constipation With Hard Stools

HI, thanks for using healthcare magic Constipation can be distressing. It is correct to say that laxatives should not be used regularly because they eventually damage the bowel and cause further constipation. If other causes of constipation have been ruled out by testing then the main treatment involves: (1) increasing fluid intake- you need to use at least 8 glasses of fluid daily. Does not include caffeine drinks or alcohol because they cause the body to lose fluids (2)use a lot of fiber- this means at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables daily A fiber supplement can also be used eg benefiber, metamucil, cetrucil (3)physical activity is also important I hope this helps