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What nutrient deficiency causes constipation

I feel tired and have dark circles under eyes. is it nutrient deficiency? I want to know if it is nutrient deficiency then which supplements should I take?

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Your ideal weight should be in between 55-60kgs. Take high protein and iron rich foods. Contact me through practo direct consultation for further information surely help you. ... Read More

Can taking b12 capsule and iron syrup .. Can help me retain the lost nutrients Please suggest what shalll i do

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Eat nutritional diet with more protein and take multivitamins like zincovit or others ... Read More

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I have vitd vit b12 iron zinc Calcium magnesium deficiencies i had dns with sinusitis from past 15 yrs migraine from past 5 yrs and mild gastric issue from past 3 yrs these deficiencies can be corrected only when i take supplements otherwise it remains same no matter how much care i take regarding food y do i have these deficiencies everytime for

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Hello. Firstly we need to figure it out why these deficiencies recurring. To guide you I need to know further from you. You can book consultantation over here. I will definitely try to solve your co ... Read More

My  age 20 ,haemoglobin is 18.1 and rbc paramaters are mch 33 ,mchc 38.4 and rdw is 14.8 and also my b12 is 317 and my folate checked a year ago is less than 50 i am having symptoms such as shortness of breath and extreme fatigue and also weakness and a lot of muscle pain and also poor digestion and stomach pain want to ask is it because of fo

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Please consult a hematologist as your Hb is high. ... Read More

I have tight muscles in various parts of the body which remain tight despite stretching. what mineral and vitmanin deficiencies may cause muscle spasms ?

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Vitamin d, calcium, potassium. Consult Ortho doctor. Make sure there is no diabetes ... Read More

I have been noticing some issues with my body from weeks. I have been suffering from Constipation. It sometimes changes to diarrhea. There is loss of appetite. Is this because of some deficiency? If yes then what can it be? What are the causes of B12 deficiency?

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Could be IBS? ... Read More

I need to know the nutrients that are required in a day And the diet plan according to my weight and height

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Hello I understand your concern Please contact me directly for free whatsaap consultation till 12th sept or consult me online in practo for your help Warm regards Dr Amisha Mirchandani ... Read More

What is the real cause of constipation? I see body heat causes it but lot of advices are given to eat fruits like papaya, pineapple which is totally opposite to fix it. Besides advices given to eat fiber rich foods, drink water, are there any other reasons for constipation? Which vitamin deficiency can cause it? What other problems can cause it?

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Gud after noon pls include fiber contain foods into your diet like fruits green vegs leafy vegs nuts n roasted seeds etc into your diet drink plenty of water n do exercise so that constipation issue c ... Read More

What causes constipation? Is it because of body heat or lack of fiber? How to get relieved from constipation immediately?

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No lack of water Zero activity Not eating on time No fruits in diet And fiber is also yes And do note what you are eating healthy or unhealthy ... Read More

Mam we often hear that we should only eat home made food but does that food remains good in the tiffin box . Does nutrition valve of food remains same from morning to afternoon or there is a loss of nutrients, minerals etc from the food ?

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You should always try to take freshly prepared home food. ... Read More

Does vitamin deficiency really cause emotional instability? Over the past month I've been inconsolable and recently found out that I'm deficient of iron and vitamins

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Hi ma, I understand your concern. It is true that vitamin deficiency can cause emotional stability as Vitamins arw required for brain cells for its growth. Along with Iron deficiency which produces n ... Read More

When iron drops are started from 2nd half month babies does it cause constipation in babies...............

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Greetings yes it can cause ... Read More

How does tablets cause constipation? I was prescribed PPIs, H2 blockers for Acid reflux. I am eating high fiber foods. Whenever I am taking these tablets only, I am getting constipated. Why?

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Better stop any one of them. ... Read More

Does constipation cause acidity? Also, does constipation cause acid reflux? Can anyone explain how constipation causes acidity and acid reflux?

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Can help you with the next course of action and treatment plan. Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ... Read More

Does isotretinoin 20mg cause B12 vitamin deficiency. Because I feel some leg numbness did that cause B12 difficency?

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ... Read More

Can vitamin B and vitamin d deficiency can cause constipation. URGENT

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No ... Read More

What are the best nutrient medicines for greying of hairs. Is Keraglo Men is the best for it? I am having lot of grey hairs at 31 age. Also had vitamin D deficiency few months ago. So please tell best medicines for it.

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You can visit my clinic for treatment ... Read More

I'm taking placida 10 mg and nexitoplus 5 mg and lodoz 5 mg placida and lodoz side effects are constipation I since 1 month I'm feeling little nausea after eating something is that true that constipation cause nausea

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Hi...what is the normal range of b12 in male and female for better chances of pregnancy? Is deficiency of b12 causes infertility?

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No ... Read More

Does eating corn causes constipation? I eat corn regularly. What's the natural remedy for constipation?

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Corn is good for constipation... You can take fibre rich foods, try banana and milk, probiotics and isbagol... ... Read More

Constipation causes mucus in stool is normal these are happened with me when my stool is like constipated yhe mucus is apear in my stool

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IBS is most likely cause. CONSTIPATION can also cause such SYMPTOMS. Diet is main Treatment. ... Read More

Hi sir i Have a doubt mam why particularly I have vitamin b12 and vitamin d3 deficiency even i don't have any bad habit and daily jogging and right food diet. What are the causes sir

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A good gut flora ( good bacterias) is important for better digestion and absorption of nutrients from the food you eat . Most of the times stress and antibiotics can spoil the gut flora , which we l ... Read More

My diet is below : 830am: Wake up, 1 glass warm lemon water, 1 glass warm aloe vera water, 3 overnight soaked walnuts 845/9am: papaya, cornflakes 11am: pomegranate juice / coconut water 2pm: ghee-roti, dal, sabzi (like matar paneer, aloo gobhi, palak saag, etc), salad 6pm: one Apple/orange 9pm: dinner similar to lunch 5L water per day. 1hr walk per

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U can have stool softners ... Read More

Acidity and constipation are two health issues my brother suffers from since the past one year. Now, he has also developed the condition of urine incontinence. He is 35-years old and maintains a fair lifestyle. I am curious to understand the causes of his new condition. Is it possible that constipation can cause urine incontinence?

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[ ] Hi, for constipation kindly Take plenty of salads with lunch and dinner. Increase intake of water. Avoid bread(maida items).Try Issabgol Husk powder. Take Flax seeds, fry it in a pan without oil, ... Read More

I am 23 years old and I have been looking pale and white than usual for the past couple of months. I have a healthy lifestyle and I eat healthy. It seems to me like I have anemia. I grow to look paler by the day and this is freaking me out. What can cause iron deficiency anemia? What are the supplements I can take to get rid of the problem?

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Hello dear patient if you are having pale skin then it can be due to anemia, other diagnosis can be jaundice or liver disease. Regarding anemia it can be nutritional or blood loss, sometimes due to he ... Read More

Child is suffering from constipation and iron deficiency. Stool is not passing easily, we tried many medicine like Pegclear, isabgol. But didn't get help. We have to use dulcoflex everytime.Please help us.

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The commonest cause of constipation is lack of fiber in the diet. Give just 2 milk feeds using a glass and 3-4 solid meals a day. Make sure to add high fiber items such as cornflakes,Dalia,salad and g ... Read More

What can I do about hair fall?can I recover my hair back? Caused due to iron deficiency. Is there any good medicines in market especially for this?

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There are many reasons for hair fall or thinning of hair on scalp. So first and foremost we have to find the cause with the help of detailed history and examination. Some of the common causes are nutr ... Read More

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