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Abdominal Swelling With Constipation. Could This Problem Be Coming From Lymphatic System?

Hi Dr. Grief, I have battled with abdominal swelling (lower abdomen) for about 7 months, accompanied by constipation. I have had xrays, ultra sounds and a colonoscopy. The GI Dr has been running tests on me and so far they have found nothing. The last test she ordered for me is a CT but I have not yet had it. Everyone keeps telling me I need to eat more fiber, but around my house my family eats organic and we make sure to eat fruits and veggies. We also don't drink or eat dairy. So here's my question, could my problem be coming from my lymphatic system? Thank you.

Amy
Henderson, NV
posted on Mon, 17 Jun 2013
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Hello
Thanks for visiting HCM
Regarding your chronic constipation problem,
Try to drink atleast three to five litres of water daily,
Have a brisk walk in the morning and evening,
Eat whole wheat food and more fibre content foods like green leavy vegetables,
Avoid taking laxatives,
Even if you have problem take ct scan abdomen and consult speacialist.
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Abdominal Swelling With Constipation. Could This Problem Be Coming From Lymphatic System?

Hello Thanks for visiting HCM Regarding your chronic constipation problem, Try to drink atleast three to five litres of water daily, Have a brisk walk in the morning and evening, Eat whole wheat food and more fibre content foods like green leavy vegetables, Avoid taking laxatives, Even if you have problem take ct scan abdomen and consult speacialist.