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Question: i have blotting feelings only in the evenings after work,i drive a truck but after work i get a blotting feeling in the evenings when i relax on the couch,also my go to the bathroom to stool is not a regular thing mabe once or twice a week,also my stool is lots of hard round balls.What should do to get some relife from this systoms,is this some kind of cancer i'm having
Brief Answer:
Likely to be due to decreased intake of water
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcaremagic
Greetings of the day
Dear Mr XXXXXX
You seem to be having constipation. It is likely to be due to
1. Decreased intake of fiber in diet
2. Decreased intake of water
If there has been recent alteration in bowel habit without significant alteration in diet , a thorough assessment by your Physician is required even though symptoms are not typical of cancer.
In the meantime I would suggest you the following
1. Ensure good intake of water : 2 to 3 liter a day .
2. High fiber diet : 2 servings of vegetable salad and 2 servings of fruits especially citrus fruit will ensure adequate intake of water.
3. Laxatives : Over the counter laxatives like Lactulose will definitely be helpful
4. Avoid caffeinated /carbonated / alcohol beverages : They are known for inducing bloating sensation.
5. Retention Enema in consultation with your Physician will help in evacuation of loaded stools after thorough examination.
Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Wishing you a very happy and healthy life.
Take care
Best regards
Dr Deepak Kaltari
Consultant Surgeon
Likely to be due to decreased intake of water
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Welcome to Healthcaremagic
Greetings of the day
Dear Mr XXXXXX
You seem to be having constipation. It is likely to be due to
1. Decreased intake of fiber in diet
2. Decreased intake of water
If there has been recent alteration in bowel habit without significant alteration in diet , a thorough assessment by your Physician is required even though symptoms are not typical of cancer.
In the meantime I would suggest you the following
1. Ensure good intake of water : 2 to 3 liter a day .
2. High fiber diet : 2 servings of vegetable salad and 2 servings of fruits especially citrus fruit will ensure adequate intake of water.
3. Laxatives : Over the counter laxatives like Lactulose will definitely be helpful
4. Avoid caffeinated /carbonated / alcohol beverages : They are known for inducing bloating sensation.
5. Retention Enema in consultation with your Physician will help in evacuation of loaded stools after thorough examination.
Do get back to me if you need any further assistance, will be glad to assist you.
Wishing you a very happy and healthy life.
Take care
Best regards
Dr Deepak Kaltari
Consultant Surgeon
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