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What is the remedy to relieve constipation?

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Patient's Query

I have been experiencing constipation for the past four days with hard stool and pressure in the rectum. I tried herbal tea and a fleet enema with minimal result, still minimal improvement. Currently taking Carvedilol, Lisinopril, and Levothyroxine medications. Kindly help.

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Nagaich

Education:

DM

Professional Bio:

Dr. Neeraj Nagaich is an experienced Medical Gastroenterologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of digestive disorders, liver diseases, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and gastrointestinal bleeding. He is skilled in advanced endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopy and upper GI endoscopy. With a patient-focused approach, Dr. Nagaich provides personalized care aimed at improving digestive health and managing chronic gastrointestinal conditions effectively and compassionately.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and understood your concern. I suggest you take the following medications for 30 days:

  1. A capsule of Pantoprazol in the morning.
  2. Syrup containing milk of magnesia and liquid paraffin15 ml at night.

I suggest you consult a specialist, talk with them, and take the medications with their consent. I hope this has helped you. Kindly follow up if you have more doubts.

Thank you.

Patient's Query

Thank you for the reply doctor,

Should I take diet containing high fiber with known slow motility? Kindly suggest.

Answered by Dr. Neeraj Nagaich

Education:

DM

Professional Bio:

Dr. Neeraj Nagaich is an experienced Medical Gastroenterologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of digestive disorders, liver diseases, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and gastrointestinal bleeding. He is skilled in advanced endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopy and upper GI endoscopy. With a patient-focused approach, Dr. Nagaich provides personalized care aimed at improving digestive health and managing chronic gastrointestinal conditions effectively and compassionately.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I read your query and understood your concern. Yes, a high fiber diet along with medicine will help in evacuation. I hope this has helped you. Kindly follow up if you have more doubts.

Thank you.

The Probable causes

The Probable cause is constipation.

Probable diagnosis

The probable diagnosis is constipation.

Regarding follow up

Follow up after 15 days.
Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At January 18, 2024
Reviewed At January 18, 2024

Education:

DM

Professional Bio:

Dr. Neeraj Nagaich is an experienced Medical Gastroenterologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of digestive disorders, liver diseases, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and gastrointestinal bleeding. He is skilled in advanced endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopy and upper GI endoscopy. With a patient-focused approach, Dr. Nagaich provides personalized care aimed at improving digestive health and managing chronic gastrointestinal conditions effectively and compassionately.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

DM

Professional Bio:

Dr. Neeraj Nagaich is an experienced Medical Gastroenterologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of digestive disorders, liver diseases, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and gastrointestinal bleeding. He is skilled in advanced endoscopic procedures, including colonoscopy and upper GI endoscopy. With a patient-focused approach, Dr. Nagaich provides personalized care aimed at improving digestive health and managing chronic gastrointestinal conditions effectively and compassionately.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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