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Constipation in pregnancy

2023-07-16 12:38:46
My wife is pregnant and her 10 week is running.She is feeling that stool is not getting cleared daily.Local dr given DUPHALAC last month and after discontinuation gave LACTIFIBER syrup. is it safe to use these in pregnancy for ONE MONTH?? further are  the other medicines used by her are okay?? what to do?? please tell
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Let her increase the liquid intake and high fibre diet

Answered2023-07-17 01:58:24

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Connect please

Answered2023-07-16 13:29:07

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Yes, stool softener is needed
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please consult Dr Sushila Gupta senior Gynaecologist on practo for further management and treatment

Answered2023-07-16 12:57:20

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