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Chronic constipation
I am 72 yrs female suffering from chronic constipation since last 10-12 days. Bowels not clear and going to washroom for 10-12 times in a day. During bowels I am giving a lot of pressure due to this having uneasyness after coming from washroom. Hence requested to please advice/direct necessary action.
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Take lactulose syrup 2 table spoon at night for 5 days.
Have plenty of water and bananas.
Avoid spicy, oily food including bajra
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plz consult personally.
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May be you have some intestinal obstruction ..tht we have to findout with a CECT Abdomen and pelvis..
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eat starchy food items fruits and vegetablez ,fluids etc
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Take fibre rich foods like banana,beet,beans,broccoli,apple,avocado
Consume water and Stay hydrated
Consume stool softening syrup available in the pharmacy
Walk sometime within house
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