Because of disturbed physiology and dietary habit constipation is common after any surgery. Some patients may experience episodes of diarrhoea following surgery. These diarrhoea or constipation is generally temporary and most of the patient will have no problem after 48 hours. If there is constipation after 3-4 days mild enema will resolve the problem. If the diarrhoea is severe you should contact your surgeon and you should drink plenty of water to prevent dehydration. See similar questions...

Drink plenty of fluids. Patients can also take a stool softener. MOM 20-30 ml daily until the problem is relieved works well. See similar questions...

middot; As many as half of all pregnant women have problems with constipation. One of the reasons for this may be the change in hormones during pregnancy that cause slowing of food movement through the digestive tract. middot; Other causes may be inadequate fluid intake or insufficient fiber in the diet. Sometimes iron supplements may cause constipation. During the last part of pregnancy, pressure on the rectum from your uterus may add to the problem. See similar questions...

Constipation is any form of congestion and is usually accompanied by dehydration. It extends to the cellular level. One bowel movement a day is a sign of constipation and incomplete elimination is a form of constipation. Symptoms are overweight, fatigue, irritability, mental confusion, bloat, gas, indigestion, lethargy, headaches, migraines, earaches, sinus drainage, allergies, cellulite, anxiety, depression, pessimism, whining, unsatisfied hunger, poor circulation. See similar questions...

There may be some reduction in the volume of your stools. That's normal after a decrease in food intake, because you eat less fiber. This should not cause severe problems. If difficulties do arise, check with your doctor. He or she may suggest you take a mild laxative and drink plenty of water for a while. Drinking plenty of water is a good idea, anyway. Your needs will vary, but you should drink at least 6-8 glasses of water a day. See similar questions...

Constipation is passage of small amounts of hard, dry bowel movements, usually fewer than three times a week. People who are constipated may find it difficult and painful to have a bowel movement. Other symptoms of constipation include feeling bloated, uncomfortable, and sluggish. Many people think they are constipated when, in fact, their bowel movements are regular. For example, some people believe they are constipated, or irregular, if they do not have a bowel movement every day. See similar questions...

Unless your doctor has prescribed a special diet, you should not have to change your diet. You may become constipated or have diarrhea just as you did before surgery. If you become constipated, try eating more fiber (vegetables, fruits, and brans) and drinking more water. If constipation becomes a problem, talk to your doctor or ET nurse. If you become ill with a stomach virus, this can give you diarrhea. See similar questions...

Many people experience temporary constipation in certain situations, e.g. in an unfamiliar environment or when daily life is hectic and stressful. This sort of situational constipation is not dangerous, although it is unpleasant, since feeling overfull and having a bloated belly will affect our sense of well-being. Relief can be had by maintaining a high-roughage diet, drinking plenty of fluids or taking Duphalac® . See similar questions...

Constipation means different things to different people: hard stool, pain with stool or infrequent stool. "Normal" stool frequency is at least 3 times per week. The most common cause of hard stool in America is insufficient fiber and water in the diet. Stool gets hard as the colon takes water out of the stool. Stool will be soft if there is enough water left in the stool at the time of elimination. Increasing fruits and vegetables in your diet is beneficial but usually inadequate. See similar questions...