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Severe Constipation

Posted by klk464 @klk464, Feb 28, 2018

I have had severe constipation for a long time. I drink lots of water and have had almost every test possible done and tried many prescription medications. These medications work for a little bit then stop. I currently take 3 docusate in morning and at night I will take 2 senna/docusate. I still dont have a daily BM. So i get bloated crampy and back pain from this.

I was told I could go to the Mayo Clinic as they may have ideas for me because they are out of options for me here.

Anyone else suffer from this?

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gastrochic | @gastrochic | Jan 2, 2023
In reply to @heyjoe415 "Gastrochic, I know what you're going through. One thing that helps is Miralax - one dose..." + (show)
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Gastrochic,

I know what you're going through. One thing that helps is Miralax - one dose every night with water at bedtime. It won't work miracles, but at a minimum I think it prevents hard stools and lessens the need for stimulant laxatives. I wait about 5 days between taking a stimulant. I'd like to stop that but don't have much of a choice. anyway, things go more smoothly if you take my meaning.

Good luck. It's very frustrating.

Joe

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Thank you! I'm willing to try anything at this point. Not a huge fan of all the stomach pills at the store, it's ridiculous and money makers, all I can think of.

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@annabelle1245 | @annabelle6dawgs | Jan 2, 2023
In reply to @gastrochic "What more do you have to do. I suffer from this a lot. Magnesium citrate, liquid,..." + (show)
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What more do you have to do. I suffer from this a lot. Magnesium citrate, liquid, helped me, but since the recall, there is none. It bums me out, because it would help me once in a while. I did get the fiber capsules, but I'm still backed up. Going to ask Dr maybe to increase my Reglan (sp)? The constant bloating just sucks. And honestly watch the water. I think the levels of chlorine they are putting in the water are hurting a lot of people's digestive systems, because it's poison. My water is so bad at my house, the city won't do anything but call the cops on me, while my health deterriates. And now have to pay culligan for safe drinking water for my family and pets. Just be careful. Stomach pills is a huge money maker. Any advice on being more regular would be helpful. I'm only taking 2 capsules a day, maybe I need more? It's the one with the phylum husks (sp).
Thank you and God Bless.
Gastrochic

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Constipation virtually stopped when I stopped taking Ondansetron for nausea. I am not a health care professional and not suggesting this will work for you as I am just sharing my personal experience. Please check with your health care professional before changing any medications.

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ripley | @ripley | Jan 3, 2023
In reply to @gastrochic "What more do you have to do. I suffer from this a lot. Magnesium citrate, liquid,..." + (show)
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What more do you have to do. I suffer from this a lot. Magnesium citrate, liquid, helped me, but since the recall, there is none. It bums me out, because it would help me once in a while. I did get the fiber capsules, but I'm still backed up. Going to ask Dr maybe to increase my Reglan (sp)? The constant bloating just sucks. And honestly watch the water. I think the levels of chlorine they are putting in the water are hurting a lot of people's digestive systems, because it's poison. My water is so bad at my house, the city won't do anything but call the cops on me, while my health deterriates. And now have to pay culligan for safe drinking water for my family and pets. Just be careful. Stomach pills is a huge money maker. Any advice on being more regular would be helpful. I'm only taking 2 capsules a day, maybe I need more? It's the one with the phylum husks (sp).
Thank you and God Bless.
Gastrochic

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When you are constipated, sometimes adding fiber supplements just adds to the bulk in your system which can be a problem if you have hard stools. What works for me, recommended by my GI Dr, is fiber twice a day (psyllium or Citrucel) close to lunch and dinner time. (My Dr said Citrucel is less likely to cause excess gas.) In between the fiber, about mid-day, I take a dose of Miralax. I've found I can take slightly less than recommended for best results. I was also taking 4 oz of prune juice in the morning but stopped because of it's high sugar content.

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sallyw133 | @sallyw133 | Jan 3, 2023
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Oh thank you!! I will be trying this soon. I did this mixture once with lemon juice, honey, olive oil, it's like a natural lubricant. I don't know that I can stop my reagalen because of my gastreoparasis.

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Possibly ask your gi if something else that doesn’t constipate. Often other drugs for same condition but not same side effect.

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catrinka58 | @catrinka58 | Jan 5, 2023
In reply to @sallyw133 "I noticed that you mentioned taking Reglan. I would avoid that. Very constipating. You can also..." + (show)
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I noticed that you mentioned taking Reglan. I would avoid that. Very constipating.
You can also try some type of oil at bedtime. Mineral, olive. I do 1 tbsp. Not as bad as you would think. Pretty much tasteless.
Smooth Move Tea will also do it for me. How long you let it steep determines how strong it will be. I’m pretty resistant and it works for me in a matter of hours. If I’m really backed up, I’ll drink a cup of warm prune juice with a pat of melted butter first. Gag! But, between those two things I can almost guarantee, you will definitely have relief soon!

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Why butter mixed in with warm prune juice?

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sallyw133 | @sallyw133 | Jan 6, 2023
In reply to @gastrochic "What more do you have to do. I suffer from this a lot. Magnesium citrate, liquid,..." + (show)
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What more do you have to do. I suffer from this a lot. Magnesium citrate, liquid, helped me, but since the recall, there is none. It bums me out, because it would help me once in a while. I did get the fiber capsules, but I'm still backed up. Going to ask Dr maybe to increase my Reglan (sp)? The constant bloating just sucks. And honestly watch the water. I think the levels of chlorine they are putting in the water are hurting a lot of people's digestive systems, because it's poison. My water is so bad at my house, the city won't do anything but call the cops on me, while my health deterriates. And now have to pay culligan for safe drinking water for my family and pets. Just be careful. Stomach pills is a huge money maker. Any advice on being more regular would be helpful. I'm only taking 2 capsules a day, maybe I need more? It's the one with the phylum husks (sp).
Thank you and God Bless.
Gastrochic

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Apparently an old midwife remedy for constipation for expectant mothers.

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catmomma | @catmomma | Jan 26, 2023

Hi,

I have gastroparesis and have had trials of different medications, which seem to have had some bad side effects-last one to try is Motegrity, which I have seen to be expensive. Are there any manufacturer coupons or assistance?

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redfinch | @redfinch | Jan 28, 2023

The sooner you get to Mayo the better you will feel. Meanwhile add oat bran to diet, and 4-5 dried prunes, nuts & seeds on to lots of green salad, keep moving either walking or exercise ; Sleepy Time tea may relieve cramping (camomile)

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gamaryanne | @gamaryanne | Jan 28, 2023

I’ve always dealt with slow bowels Tried many things in my diet. During chemo it got worse. A nutritionist said she heard a half cup of warmed prune juice helps. Boy did it!
I put Miralax in water every night now so I won’t have to drink that prune juice!

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