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How Can Constipation And Abdominal Cramps Be Treated?

Hello, I m 73, am on chemotherapy as neoadjuvant treatment for Stage III breast cancer. Became constipated after chemo #2 (14 more to go!) and have bleeding hemorrhoids. Because white blood cell count low, vulnerable to infection, so am on Amoxicillin/Clav. Took much in the way of stool softeners and laxatives to free up feces, then got diarrhea. Pain on passing any type of stool--hard or soft--is excruciating. Now that diarrhea has passed, am so constipated that I m having deep, pulsating gas pains so painful I m screaming into a pillow! If blood values are up, should have 3rd chemo treatment on Monday, but miserable between now and then. PLEASE HELP. With Gratitude, J..
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Hello,

Consult a general surgeon and get an ultrasound abdomen to look for fecal impaction or bowel related problems. As of now you can take laxatives like lactulose for symptomatic relief.

Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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How Can Constipation And Abdominal Cramps Be Treated?

Hello, Consult a general surgeon and get an ultrasound abdomen to look for fecal impaction or bowel related problems. As of now you can take laxatives like lactulose for symptomatic relief. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician