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What Causes Severe Constipation And Abdominal Pain?

Hi. I m 63, female, and having new symptoms. In the fall, 2016 I had quite severe constipation off and on for about a month. My Dr. prescribed a liquid RX which helped. Now, in March, 2017 I have been having very soft, mushy stools (not what I consider diarrhea - not watery), with lots of abdominal pain (lower and upper). I haven t been taking any RX as I m out of state and away from my Dr. This is becoming very concerning to me as it happens at any time, day or night, without much warning, and very urgently need the bathroom. Any ideas? Anything may help! Thanks
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Hi,

This may be r related to IBS and chronic constipation (spasms). That is particularly true when you consume foods like nuts or popcorn that would trigger spasms of the bowel.

I suggest running colonoscopy to exclude organic problems first. With regards to finding blood floating in the toilet after you pass the motion, that would be related to possible:

- fissures due to chronic constipation
- haemorrhoids

In both cases, you need to take measures to reduce constipation that would trigger such problems:

- do a more physical activity
- increase water consumption
- take more foods high in fibre content
- fibre supplements can help
- can use laxatives once in a while to improve the symptoms.

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

Take care

Regards,
Dr Ivan R. Rommstein, General Surgeon
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What Causes Severe Constipation And Abdominal Pain?

Hi, This may be r related to IBS and chronic constipation (spasms). That is particularly true when you consume foods like nuts or popcorn that would trigger spasms of the bowel. I suggest running colonoscopy to exclude organic problems first. With regards to finding blood floating in the toilet after you pass the motion, that would be related to possible: - fissures due to chronic constipation - haemorrhoids In both cases, you need to take measures to reduce constipation that would trigger such problems: - do a more physical activity - increase water consumption - take more foods high in fibre content - fibre supplements can help - can use laxatives once in a while to improve the symptoms. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Ivan R. Rommstein, General Surgeon