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Been an issue for me, for 20 or 25 years. Many problems. And was in the ER once with a diverticulitis attack. Almost had to have major colon surgery.So, I used prune juice, a senna formula (Ex-Lax is senna, but I use a different brand), Miralax (very helpful. It's a stool softener. Until I started using it, almost nothing worked). I also, you know, eat meals like bran muffins and yogurt, I eat a soft food diet often, I also use Metamucil. Sometimes coffee seems to help. Of course, plenty of hydration, abdominal exercises too...Anyway...a couple of things that have helped me.And I have used that wooden stool, that elevates your legs. Well, we actually have a plastic one called "Squatty Potty."have to get the height of it right. and if you have some problems with your knees or hips, can be an issue.the Squatty Potty has a truly hysterical ad, if anyone wants to check in with it. A bit gross, you know, re subject matter. But if the scatological humor doesn't bother you, it is worth a look: This Unicorn Changed the Way I Poop https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YbYWhdLO43Q
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I have tried laxatives, healthy food , prucalopride, colonoscopy, hypothyroidism, almost from stool to blood test all.
I empty my bowl using water enema by my own.
I want to know is it risky
I am unable to digest or breakdown vegetables. Vegetable pices comes out same as I eat.
I can digest wheet, chicken but it also slow.
My life is restricted mostly in my house and store.
I want to improve my life. Is there any one suffer lik me. Please guide me.
I love my Squatty Potty! Also just discovered Mira Fast from MiraLax. I only found it on Amazon but after an 8 day struggle, 2 gummies worked right away .
I have had serve constipation pretty much my whole life. I am 35 and also have crohns. My drs all say they have never seen anyone with such serve constipation. I have literally tried everything out there. Sometimes I have gone a month without having a bowel movement. Ill go 3 times a month if im lucky.
Oh my goodness!! That is one of the most horrible "Gut scenarios" I have ever heard!! I am soo very sorry!! I can't even imagine.. (and I thought mine were tough... you are a very courageous person..really!!) I won't ever complain about my digestive issues again!! They only thing I can say..is I have never heard of anyone having such a time (even my husband when he had liver cancer)..I don't know if you are a "believer..but I am going to pray for you...I mean pray!! "
I am HORRIBLE at most things, digital world. Do you have a post you're referring to? And sorry if I was repeating someone else's suggestion. I was just trying to share the only thing that has helped me.
A nurse once told me about a sure fire way to clean yourself out. Warmed butter and prune juice.
Best of luck with your search for help.
Talk to your Doctor about Mineral oil and applesauce. I tried every medication and nothing worked. Mineral oil is the only thing. I takr it at night before bedtime with applesauce.
I find that eating fresh sweet cherries stimulates a bowel movement within 24 hrs.
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Mayo Clinic on Constipation
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/constipation/symptoms-causes/syc-20354253