Constipation
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Content medically reviewed byDr. Karthikeya T MMD, Internal MedicineView full profile onLinkedInOVERVIEWTREATMENTSPECIALISTSelf-treatment: Self- care steps that may be helpful in some less- serious cases:Regular exercise for example swimming, walksIncrease the content of fiber in food, choose higher fiber cereals and legumesDesist from waiting or holding in the urge to defecateAvoid processed or fast foods, white bread, doughnuts, pastriesDrink more fluids, especially waterEat more fruits as they help relieve constipation. For those with edible skins, do not peel them as they are rich in fiberSee a doctor if you notice: Abdominal pain and feverThat the last bowel movement was more than 3 days agoLeaking stoolRecurrent bleeding from the rectumSee a doctor immediately if you notice:Vomiting occurs and the vomitus has a bright yellow or green coloration (bile)Vomiting and swelling or unusual abdominal distentionSevere pain in the rectumMelena or black/tarry stoolThere are no bowel movements at allWhat are the causes?What are the related conditions?What specialists to consult?For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice. Regular exercise for example swimming, walks Increase the content of fiber in food, choose higher fiber cereals and legumes Desist from waiting or holding in the urge to defecate Avoid processed or fast foods, white bread, doughnuts, pastries Drink more fluids, especially water Eat more fruits as they help relieve constipation. For those with edible skins, do not peel them as they are rich in fiber Abdominal pain and fever That the last bowel movement was more than 3 days ago Leaking stool Recurrent bleeding from the rectum Vomiting occurs and the vomitus has a bright yellow or green coloration (bile) Vomiting and swelling or unusual abdominal distention Severe pain in the rectum Melena or black/tarry stool There are no bowel movements at all
Regular exercise for example swimming, walks
Increase the content of fiber in food, choose higher fiber cereals and legumes
Desist from waiting or holding in the urge to defecate
Avoid processed or fast foods, white bread, doughnuts, pastries
Drink more fluids, especially water
Eat more fruits as they help relieve constipation. For those with edible skins, do not peel them as they are rich in fiber
Abdominal pain and fever
That the last bowel movement was more than 3 days ago
Leaking stool
Recurrent bleeding from the rectum
Vomiting occurs and the vomitus has a bright yellow or green coloration (bile)
Vomiting and swelling or unusual abdominal distention
Severe pain in the rectum
Melena or black/tarry stool
There are no bowel movements at all
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