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What Causes Lack Of Bowel Movements Except After Enema Post Button TURP?

Husband had button turp surgery Tuesday march 28. Normal bowel movements are 2 days. Hasn t gone and went to ER on Friday march 31. Gave him enema and sent home He had about 10 marble sized bm. And at home a little more movement. Taking stool softener and now Miralac for 2 days. Hasn t gone again. Should I get a fleets enema and do this tomorrow. Should I be worried. Not taking any pain meds since surgery . Taking antibiotic
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Respected user, hi I evaluated your query thoroughly.
*Reason for lack of bowel movements usually relates to decreased mobility
associated with other factors.
*Take necessary precautions at home with simple measures & then if needed
enema required otherwise not :
- give plenty of liquids preferably boiled water, coconut water, home made
juices, green tea, butter milk etc.
- give more green leafy veg, cereals, curd for better bowel movements.
- avoid smoking / alcohol / any abuse substances if used.
- continue laxative
- do keep ambulatory which is of utmost importance, do regular walking &
some light exercises at home.
- have sound sleep of 8 hours.
- avoid more oily / spicy / nonveg stuffs.
- have more frequent meals at intervals.
Hope this clears your query.
Thanks for keeping trust in our medical services & using Health care magic.
Wishing him a fine speedy recovery from the same.
Regards.
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What Causes Lack Of Bowel Movements Except After Enema Post Button TURP?

Respected user, hi I evaluated your query thoroughly. *Reason for lack of bowel movements usually relates to decreased mobility associated with other factors. *Take necessary precautions at home with simple measures & then if needed enema required otherwise not : - give plenty of liquids preferably boiled water, coconut water, home made juices, green tea, butter milk etc. - give more green leafy veg, cereals, curd for better bowel movements. - avoid smoking / alcohol / any abuse substances if used. - continue laxative - do keep ambulatory which is of utmost importance, do regular walking & some light exercises at home. - have sound sleep of 8 hours. - avoid more oily / spicy / nonveg stuffs. - have more frequent meals at intervals. Hope this clears your query. Thanks for keeping trust in our medical services & using Health care magic. Wishing him a fine speedy recovery from the same. Regards.