Hello,
As per my clinical experience, the severity of cough may be corelative with the anal tone disturbances, as one can get loss of control of defecation or inadvertent staining of under gaments through urine or stool. Also, the many of the decongestants and cough formulations as
codeine and others are associated with
constipation tendency and
choking up the intestines with cramps.
Guidelines at present:
- Drink more liquids to support the digestive system
- Check with your doc, whether any of the prescribed medications are not causing side effect over abdomen as many of the antibiotics as well pause issue with GI upset, gas in colon and else
- Regular
aerobics and exercises
- Prefer high fiber diet with whole grains, cereals, pulses, legumes, green leafy veg
- Prokinetic agents as
itopride and bulk forming laxative as Ispaghla husk do help great in selected cases when prescribed under medical supervision
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon