Suggest Treatment For Chronic Constipation And Digestive Problems

Posted on Thu, 24 Dec 2015

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Question : I have been suffering from chronic constipation and digestive problems since childhoold. My 7 years old son suffers the same.
Our constipation is different than most of people have. The stool is not hard. We just take much longer (30 mins of more) because it feels like more stool has to come and we keep waiting on the commode. Then a little stool comes and then again we have to wait. I have replaced white rice with brown rice that helps but is not cure. I easily get gas and heartburn. My son often feels nauseated because of that. I need to find a permanent cure for me and my son.

Answered by Dr. Dr.P.Ratnakar Kini (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Colon transit study

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for posting your query.
I am Dr.R.K and I am pleased to assist you.

There are three different types of constiaption - slow transit, normal transit and evacuation disorder.
The treatment protocol is slightly different for each of these.

You need to undergo colon transit study to know which of these three types you suffer from.

For heartburn take Nexium once daily before breakfast.

Regards,
Dr.R.K.

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