Treatment / Management Medications Doctors often recommend over-the-counter fiber laxatives or stool softeners for relief of constipation associated with Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Ask your doctor which is best for you. Doctors sometimes may prescribe an anti-spasmodic or other medications.
Digestive System
Diverticular Disease. Image
Image: Diverticular Disease Treatment In cases of diverticulosis, drink plenty of fluids and increase the fiber in your diet. In cases of diverticulitis, antibiotics may be prescribed to clear up the infected diverticula and a liquid diet may be suggested.…
Hemorrhoids. Image
Image: Hemorrhoids Treatment Your doctor may suggest one of the following types of treatments: A fiber laxative A stool softener Fiber laxatives and stool softeners should be used only as directed. Different treatments work in various ways; let your doctor…