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Thyroid issues and POTS.
Anyone deal with constipation with POTS and thyroid issues? I can’t seem to get relief but for maybe a few days then my back hurts and m bloated again. I drink tons of water, electrolytes and have a healthy diet. Should I see gut doctor?
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I have hypothyroidism and IBS-C. I use "power pudding" as a fiber supplement. There are several different recipes online, but I use this one:
POWER PUDDING RECIPE FOR CONSTIPATION
Use a mixture of 1 cup of All-Bran cereal, 1 cup of applesauce, and 1 cup of prune juice; begin
administration in small amounts and gradually increase amount. Start with one tablespoon per
day and gradually adjust. Keep refrigerated.
It is important also to ingest sufficient fluids. Pudding will not be effective and can
lead to constipation if enough fluid is not consumed
Sorry to hear about your problems. I do have similar issues. I use generic MiraLAX much cheaper than the namebrand and it is prescribed. I have found some fruits and things that do help when they are in season. I love dates, sweet and black plums or purple plums, followed by grapes
But the most important thing I could think is you need to make an appointment with your family doctor and ask them if you should see a specialist or if they feel they could take care of you
Apples is also a good fruit to eat
I have also found green beans fresh ones which are now in the grocery stores and corn any kind of vegetable that is high in fiber will help
I wish you the best. It’s no fun.