Suggest Treatment For Severe Constipation, Flatulence And Gas

Posted on Fri, 25 Nov 2016

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Question : Been suffering from cronic constipation with stomach pain and gas. today drank 3/4 bottle magnesium citrate, had bowel movement but running fever. Could it be associated with constipation or maybe flu. nausea (thought due to constipation) and 101.3 fever - usually 96.8

Answered by Dr. Divya Kuttikrishnan (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Possible viral illness

Detailed Answer:
Dear XXXXXXX

Thanks for writing in.

It is quite possible the fever might be due to a viral illness, either flu or mild gastroenteritis. I would suggest u take Tylenol or Advil to bring down the fever. Drink plenty of warm fluids . Get some good rest. Most viral illness is self limiting and you should feel better in a day or 2. In case symptoms are worsening or no improvement even after 2 days ,please consult your physician.

Regarding your problem with chronic constipation and gas, I would advise to do the following :

Early morning after you wake up , have 2 glasses of warm water.
Eat frequent small meals
Have plenty of fresh fruits, vegetables and salads.
Drink 10-12 glasses of water in a day.
Maintain a food diary to see which foods are causing the problem and modify/ avoid it.
Avoid oily, spicy, deep fried foods, carbonated beverages.
Reduce smoking/ consumption of alcohol.

Hope this advice was helpful to you.

Warm Regards,
Divya

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