The Cure of constipation

Ok, About 2 years ago I had awful constipation. I have always been the smallest person in my graduating classes growing up. But towards the end of college I started weight training and wasn't watching my diet. Needless to say I got so constipated that I couldn't go for weeks. This was some of the worst...

Constipation disappeared!

My constipation mysteriously disappeared! I've had chronic constipation for my entire life. Normally I only have 1-2 bowel movements a week, but I never had cramps only an uncomfortably full feeling.But for the past week I've had a bowel movement every single day! This has never happened to me before....

Magnesium for constipation

Hey guys. I am a 21 year old male who has had problems with constipation for around 2 years now. MY doctor thinks it may be related to a condition called an anismus. BAsically my butt muscles all contract at the same time, which is bad. WHat I have been doing is using a rip off of oxypowder cal mnag...

any advice for constipaion

hi i think im suffering from constipation basically i feel like i really need to go but just cant because it feels like my anal has tightened therfore not opening enougth for the waste to pass thru ...it feels like the waste is jus building up just above my anal passage....today i bought SENOKOT tablets...

constipation back

I'm a 30 year old women and have suffered from constipation back and forth for a while. My family talks about EVERYTHING, and one day my grandmother was talking about a new med her doc put her on for her constipation called Amitiza. I called my doctor ASAP because I've tried another drug, but I was...

castor oil thetreatment of constipation?

What is the dosage and proper administration time of castor oil in the treatment of constipation? Castor oil is an over-the-counter stimulant laxative for the relief of occasional constipation. Side effects of Castor oil are abdominal pain, cramping, nausea, and felling faint. Adults and children over...

Which foods can help relieve constipation?

Can you suggest a diet to eliminate taking MiraLax for constipation? Constipation is a medical condition that is defined as having three or less bowel movements per week. Symptoms of constipation include straining during the passage of stools, pain during defecation, having the sensation that you...

It feels like my butt was sewn shut

...seriously.A little over a year ago I went through a traumatic move in my life blah blah long story and a almost exactly a year ago I began to defecate less often.I used to go like 3 times a day and it was quick and painless and easy, but for about a year it has been really hard. Sometimes worse that...

6yo severely constipated

Dd is 6. She is severely constipated and has been for 6 months. We have done a total cleanout 3x now and she takes Miralax daily. We began Miralax 5x a day and Dulcolax 2x a day on Tuesdy and nothing. Her belly is hard and she just is miserable. She has lost feeling in her rectum due to it being stretched...

Oxy-Powder Colon Cleanser - Any thoughts?

I LOVE oxy powder!!! It's the best thing when you are "backed up"! It's worth every penny if you are chronically constipated! I have used BOTH Colonix and Oxy-Powder. I started using Colonix three years ago and use it for a "Spring Cleaning" once a year. It works well, you feel better but it is at least...

Constipated Again!

I am constipated again. For 4 weeks now!  I took a laxative twice and went both times. I thought the problem was solved, oh was I wrong.I am constipated again.I went 2 weeks without going and 9 days without again after the first laxative. I have tried oat cereals and even spinach but I can't seem...

Do Lexapro and calcium pyruvate cause constipation?

Do Lexapro and calcium pyruvate cause constipation? Studies show that calcium usually causes constipation in patients and Lexapro can also cause constipation rarely (3% in some studies). Please consult with your physician so that he can evaluate and prescribe medications if needed. Over-the-counter...

Is it okay to take Senokot being 10 weeks pregnant to relieveconstipation?

Is it okay to take Senokot being 10 weeks pregnant to relieve constipation? Laxative tablets of any kind are not recommended during pregnancy as they may stimulate uterine contractions and cause subsequent dehydration among other issues. It is important to maintain a high fiber diet and drink plenty...

Constipated for more than 5 days?

What would be the danger of being constipated for more than 5 days? Constipation has many dangers and side effects. When the bowels are not regularly pushing waste out, the entire digestive system can become backed up and unhealthy. Waste stays in our bodies longer, and becomes sticky and hardened...

What do I take to stimulate my colon?

My stools are soft enough to pass through, but I am frequently constipated. I exercise a lot, drink at least 8-8 oz. glasses of water a day, and eat plenty of fruits/veggies, and whole grains. What can I take to stimulate my colon?The first steps to treating constipation are eating high-fiber foods,...

Constipation while pregnant

What can I take for constipation while pregnant? I'm five weeks pregnant. What over-the-counter drugs can I take for constipation?Stay away from stimulant laxatives. They might work in the short run, but they may make you very uncomfortable. (Plus, when used repeatedly, they can be harmful.) Also steer...

Magnesium for chronic constipation?

Is taking magnesium safe for chronic constipation? Is taking magnesium oxide daily safe for chronic constipation ? Chronic constipation is also known as functional constipation. People who suffer with functional constipation do not respond to conventional treatments. Functional constipation is often...

For constipation

What is good for constipation? Constipation is a symptom of infrequent hard to pass bowel movements. Causes of constipation include dietary, hormonal and anatomical factors, and as a side effect of medications (eg, some opiates). Treatments may include changes in dietary habits, laxatives, and enemas....

Treatment for constipation

What treatment do you suggest for constipation? I'm usually constipated. I'm also diabetic and take insulin (Humulin). What treatment would you suggest?Constipation can be bothersome and uncomfortable, and it can lead to other gastrointestinal complications. Constipation is defined as having fewer...

what can I do about the constipation

I take many medications and want to know : what can I do about the constipation I experience regularly? I am on so many medications. I have CAD' COPD, Diabetes, Fibromyalgia, HBP, HC, plus I take Plavix and Effexor XL and a few herbs for sweats. I can't take Estrogen because of two former pulmonary...

Cause constipation

Can Lipitor, lisinopril, glimepiride and metformin cause constipation or stomach pain?  I get constipated a lot and my medications are Lipitor, lisinopril, glimepiride and metformin. I have a lot of stomach pain, also. Some of these medications may increase constipation. There are many techniques...

Could you recommend something to help induce a bowel movement?

Could you recommend something to help induce a bowel movement?Would you recommend anything to help induce a bowel movement? I've been taking Colace for 3 days and still haven't gone to the restroom. I usually go every 3 to 4 days. I take Benefiber and exercise and eat healthy. I think that not being...

what cause my constipation?

Dose Seroquel, tryptophan, or Baclofen cause my constipation? I take Seroquel, tryptophan, and Baclofen. Could any of these cause constipation for long periods? If not, could it be a dietary problem ?Seroquel (quetiapine) is an atypical antipsychotic agent used to treat schizophrenia and bipolar disorder....

Cause constipation synephrine and phenylethlamine ?

Can synephrine and phenylethlamine cause constipation? I take an appetite suppressant that contains synephrine and phenylethlamine. Can they cause constipation? Synephrine has become an alternative to ephedra. It's derived primarily from bitter orange, sour orange, and zhi shi. Many over-the-counter...

constipation drug lactulose

Is it okay to take the constipation drug lactulose on a permanent basis? Is it okay to take lactulose, a drug for constipation, four or five times a week on a permanent basis?Lactulose should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. It is recommended for the treatment of constipation that adults take...

medications for constipation

Are there medications for constipation? I take over-the-counter medications for constipation, but nothing seems to help. Are there medications that my primary care physician can prescribe? Chronic constipation can often be alleviated by drinking at least 64 ounces of natural water, limiting caffeine...

What to do about constipation ?

What to do about constipation? What can I do about constipation? I am eating a lot of fiber, drink lots of water, exercise, and eat Activia. I thought Colace was finally the answer, and it worked great for a short while, but now I am taking 4 per day with minimum results. I am 61 years old and take...

solution constipation in children?

What is the lasting solution to constant constipation in children? It is not uncommon for children to experience constipation from time to time. Constipation in children is defined as having delayed or difficulty passing stools for greater than two weeks. "Normal" for children 3 years of age and...

Prevent constipation

Constipation is defined as having three or fewer bowel movements a week and is also characterized by producing small, hard and dry stools, straining when trying to go and bloating.  There are several ways to help prevent constipation. Regular exercise is one way to prevent constipation, 30 minutes...

what cause constipation

Is omeprazole, prednisone, lutein, aspirin, triamterene, or atenolol causing my constipation? I take omeprazole, prednisone, lutein, aspirin, triamterene, and atenolol. Do any of these cause constipation ?Omeprazole (Prilosec) is a proton pump inhibitor that stops acid secretion in the stomach. It...

Magnesium help with constipation

Does magnesium help with constipation from calcium? According to the National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements, people take magnesium to prevent or treat magnesium deficiency. Magnesium is also used as a laxative for constipation and for preparation of the bowel for surgical or diagnostic...

Always constipation.

I'm always constipated. What should I do? I am a diabetic, 59-year-old female. I take nine pills every day and three more in the evening: metformin, glyburide, amlodipine, hydrochlorothiazide, Doc-Q-Lace, loratadine, Diovan, ferrous sulfate, and 81 mg aspirin. My problem is that I have a new doctor...

Medications for constipation during pregnancy

Are there any medications that I can take for constipation during pregnancy? I am 12 weeks pregnant, and I'm terribly bloated and constipated. I've always had a reasonably high fiber diet, and I try to drink enough water. Are there any medications I can take just to get a little relief from time to...

post-op constipation

What can I try for post-op constipation besides milk of magnesia and lots of water?I need advice on post-op constipation. I had surgery Wed (5/5) suppository in the hospital on Saturday, good bowel movements. I was released to home (5/8). I've had no bowel movements since. I have been eating full meals...

Would taking magnesium help my severe constipation?

Would taking magnesium help my severe constipation?I have been severely constipated since I was about 7. I have been wondering about taking magnesium. Would this help? I've tried all the over-the-counter (OTC) medications but to no avail. I've eaten lots of fruit and veggies, and this works for about...

constipation cured

I have had cronic constipation for as long as I can remember. Sometimes I wouldn't have a bowell movement for up to 2 weeks. I have also stopped up plenty of toliets. Mucus and blood was also in my stool. I have tried everything the doctors told me and nothing seemed to work. By accident, I think I...

untreatable constipation in Toddler

Hi, my now 30 month old toodler son has suffered from severe Constipation literally from within a few days of his birth. i will need to give you some of his medical history so you can get a good picture so please excuse the length of the thread.basically his problems started when he was only 10 days...

Yay I am unconstipated! I have some tips for constipation

My boyfriend has been constipated since we starting dating which has been about 8 months. He has tried everything. I'm a big coffee drinker and so he would drink coffee with me didnt work he has taken so many pills and drank so much and nothing will work he has tried fiber i mean nothing will work....

Constipation 6 Days and Counting

Constipation , I am tired I feel like a pin cushion right now. A little background information about my diet habits.I eat breakfast, a snack, lunch, a snack, and a late light dinner everday. I'm 6'1 170lbs male in great shape. I workout daily and only eat natural wholesome foods such as fruits, veggies,...

Pregnancy constipation

Pregnancy constipation: Are stool softeners safe? my parents have shared this daily exercise that helps cure chronic constipation: I have used the Dr. Max Powers 15 Day Cleanse about 3 months ago and I just finished my second 15 day cleanse last week. After having regular constipation sometimes for...

THIS WILL HELP CONSTIPATION!!!

I suffer from serious CONSTIPATION. I can only go number 2 every 4-5 days. I just cant go number 2 everyday or every other day. Sometimes i cant go for a week. So when I do... It feels like I'm giving birth! It's so big and hard it causes bleeding and ripping tissue. I hated having this problem. BUT...

remedy for constipation

I have always had problems with going to the toilet, when I was pregnant last year I had terrible constipation and couldn't go for weeks, not being able to use most medicines I had to look for a more natural remedy. I had a few colonics a couple of years before and the nurse told me to take linseed,...

Need advice for constipation

What to do about constipation hi all i am 25 and have suffered with bad constipation all my life. I am registered with the hospital for it and in a wekk or 2 i am going to see a professor i london about my long term problem. However it has been over 2 weeks again niw since i have passed anything and...

vicious cycle of constipation and tear

Hi I am a new mom and breastfeeding my 5 months old baby. I am facing a terrible problem which I never had to in my entire life. I do have a BM once everyday but it is hard stool (apologies for being blunt) no matter what I do it stays this way. I have tried high fiber diet (still following it), exercise,...

Still constipation Pooped yet

I have bably constipation from a Tuesday until a Monday the next week which was yesterday, yesterday I did 2 poops about 6-7 inches long but today I still feel constipated, I also had bad stomach pain and gas today and it felt better after I burped and farted a few times, I'm 13 years old|||Also when...

Can Toviaz cause constipation?

Can Toviaz cause constipation?  Toviaz is part of a group of medications called anticholinergics that work to relax the muscles of the bladder, which controls the muscle spasms that are causing your condition. The prescribing information on Toviaz does list constipation as a common side effect...

Can Synthroid, Evista, or Xanax cause constipation?

Can Synthroid, Evista, or Xanax cause constipation?I take Synthroid, Evista and sometimes Xanax. Could any of these medications cause constipation?Synthroid (levothyroxine) is a medication that is used to treat hypothyroidism, or underactive thyroid. It is a synthetic version of the natural thyroid...

Can Niaspan or lovastatin cause constipation and/or weight gain?

Can Niaspan or lovastatin cause constipation and/or weight gain? Can Niaspan or lovastatin cause constipation and/or weight gain?Niaspan (niacin extended release) is a medication that is used to lower triglycerides and cholesterol levels in the body. Niacin is a B vitamin and is believed to work by...

Opana cause constipation

Is Opana cause constipation? I take Opana for pain, and I am always constipated. Is there anything I can do about this? Is the medication causing this?Opana (oxymorphone) is in a class of medications called opioid or narcotic analgesics. Opana is used to treat acute moderate to severe pain. Opana...

what cause constipation

Can Benicar HCT, amlodipine, aspirin, or Nexium cause constipation? I take Benicar HCT, amlodipine 10 mg, aspirin 81 mg, and Nexium 40 mg. Will any of these cause constipation Benicar, a medication that is used to treat high blood pressure He is a combination of 2 medicines, olmesartan and hydrochlorothiazide....

constipation help!

What need to do for constipation I was a long term sufferer of constipation, I tried a number of herbal based remedies including Senokat and some fibre boosting products like Fibrogel. None of these worked for me. I resorted to the web and found a couple of interesting sites too, the best was constipation.asia...

best prescription for constipation?

What is the best prescription for constipation?  I haven't been to the bathroom in over a week.Initially, management of constipation will be concentrated on adequate hydration (drinking plenty water), diet (prune juice, leafy vegetables, fruits and plenty of fiber), along with plenty of exercise....

4 months of constipation hell

I never had a constipation problem in my life. Then four months ago, following a barium upper GI test, I was unable to have a bowel movement. After ten days I went to the ER to check whether there was hardened barium left in my intestines, but nothing showed up on the x-rays. I took every kind of laxative...

Baby constipation

Constipation in infants are very common and the main cause of this is because of the milk formulas given to them. Babies that are breastfed rarely experience constipatio...

Prilosec or Nexium cause constipation?

Is Prilosec or Nexium causing my constipation? Prilosec (omeprazole) is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). Prilosec is used in the treatment of ulcers, reflux disease, and erosive esophagitis, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. PPIs work by shutting down the pumps in the stomach that produce stomach acid....

Combination of tramadol or hydrocodone cause constipation?

Can the combination of tramadol or hydrocodone cause constipation? Tramadol is in a drug class called opiate agonists. Tramadol is used for the management of moderate to moderately severe pain. Tramadol works by altering pain sensation in the body. The most common side effects with tramadol are: dizziness/vertigo;...

4-month baby constipation?

What medicine to give a 4-month baby constipation? Constipation in infants may occur during transitions, like from breast milk to formula. For infants, you can try adding water to your daily schedule. Fruit juices may also be helpful as they tend to pull water into the intestines to help soften the...

Suboxone cause constipation?

What is in the drug Suboxone that causes such constipation? All opiate medications act on the central nervous system, which slows down peristaltic activity and many have an anticholinergic (drying) effect. The primary ingredient in Suboxone is buprenorphine, an opiate painkiller. We typically tell...

Constipation - so what ?

I recommend that you should try mannitol.(from 10 to 30 grams a day) start with 10 and increase up to 30 if necessary) it works, it has no side effect it is safe and you can use it for very long periods, even years, until things get better. IT IS A SOLUTION. HermioneYour bowels seem like mine. I sometimes...

Constipated - so what ?

I am in my early 50's and eat well, but I only empty my bowels once every 7-10 days.The stools are lumpy,wide and firm and sometimes take a lot of effort to pass, but otherwise no problems.I never take laxatives or have enemas.So why do some people get so concerned about their constipation after not...

Constipation: Dried plums for the treatment of constipation

I find that rubbing E-Z-Lax Balm by Mobu Herbals all over the abdomen works very fast and is non invasive. If you’re not sure what to do when nothing is coming out, it’s important not to strain, as it could rupture blood vessels near the sphincter. I have lots of valuable tips and constipation remedies...

constipation Try This!

Try it- If you are suffering from constipation, then in the morning do these things in sequence after you wake up:1) Go to washroom and urinate.2) Come out, drink a glass of water.3) Study a book which requires good concentration like school's textbook(if you are a student) or anything in which you...

bowel problems since i was a toddler

I have had problems since i was a toddler with going to the bathroom i always have a tendensy to ignore my bowel movements and hold in my stool until it hardens and becomes difficult to go to the bathroom, now it is to a point where it is physically impossible for me to excrete my wastes, i will feel...

Constipation by drinking a Daily Delicious Shake

Hello Everyone,If you suffer form constipation, it may be due to many different reasons.. poor diet.. medications, etc. I had the same problem until I started drinking a shake back in April. I drink a shake called Shakeology. I drink one everyday and I am very regular. Shakeology is a very healthy nutritious...

The longest time constipated ?

I'd had an untreated coccyx injury so I couldn't go properly.Greeeeat.Now I am constipated again. 8 days no go. Yes claire I think we have all had a situation like that. It was so painful! So far oats and brans aren't helping this time. Well I am hoping I go! I am always taking laxatives and enemas...

Constipation Try Enema

I have IBS with severe bloating and chronic constipation. Sometimes I don't have a BM for 3 or 4 days. I have tried everything from drinking 8 glasses of water, taking a fiber suppliment and even tried Zelnorm which gave me horrible headaches and then finally quit working. I was at my wit's end. I finally...