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Why do I have to strain too much to pass stools?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

I am suffering from constipation, small stools. It is very hard to poop. I am straining but not too much.

Answered by Dr. Arup Majumdar

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Arup Majumdar is a General Practitioner with expertise in primary care, preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and acute care for all age groups. He is skilled in diagnosing and treating a wide range of medical conditions, with a focus on patient education and long-term wellness. Dr. Majumdar is dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate, and evidence-based care tailored to each patient's individual needs.

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Hi,

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Your symptoms seem to be related to chronic constipation. Some recommendations to help relieve your constipation. Drink two to four additional glasses of water a day. Maintain a strategic distance from caffeine-containing beverages and liquor, which can cause drying out. Include natural products, vegetables, entire grains, and other high-fiber nourishments in your eating routine. Eat less high-fat nourishments, similar to meat, eggs, and cheddar. Eat prunes as well as grain oat. Keep a food journal and single out nourishments that constipate you. Get going, work out. Check how you sit on the can. Raising your feet, reclining, or crouching may make having a solid discharge simpler. Include an over-the-counter supplemental fiber in your eating regimen.

For more details, you may consult me.

I hope I have answered your query.

Let me know if I can assist you further.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Sneha Kannan
Published At May 28, 2020
Reviewed At June 29, 2023

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Arup Majumdar is a General Practitioner with expertise in primary care, preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and acute care for all age groups. He is skilled in diagnosing and treating a wide range of medical conditions, with a focus on patient education and long-term wellness. Dr. Majumdar is dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate, and evidence-based care tailored to each patient's individual needs.

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

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Sneha Kannan is a skilled Dental Surgeon with expertise in providing general dental care, including scaling, fillings, and preventive treatments. She does oral surgery procedures such as extractions and minor surgical interventions. She does procedures in restorative dentistry, including crowns, bridges, and dentures. She is an expert in doing endodontic treatments such as root canal therapy. She is well-versed in doing procedures in cosmetic dentistry, including teeth whitening and smile correction. She can provide pediatric dental care for children’s oral health and preventive treatments. She promotes oral hygiene awareness and preventive dental practices.  

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Arup Majumdar is a General Practitioner with expertise in primary care, preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and acute care for all age groups. He is skilled in diagnosing and treating a wide range of medical conditions, with a focus on patient education and long-term wellness. Dr. Majumdar is dedicated to providing comprehensive, compassionate, and evidence-based care tailored to each patient's individual needs.

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

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