Question from Ken of Virginia, USA: My mother had surgery to remove colon polyps (about 12-18″ of colon removed). This occurred about 3 weeks ago, and she has recovered as expected from the surgery. However, there has been a continuation…
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Painful Bowel and Constipation
Question from Alex, NY, US: I have tried stool softeners, laxatives and other measures, but still having painful difficult bowel movements. There has been no recent changes in my diet. Have you any other suggestions for me? The money I’m…
The sudden onset of constipation…
Question from Lee of NJ, USA. I all of a sudden got very constipated, But when I tried to take a laxative that did not help. I felt like I had a very hard stomach ache. During this period of…
Colonoscopy
Questions from Robert: My doctor told me I need a colonoscopy. Can a colonoscopy examination damage my coccyx? Dear Robert Thank you for your question regarding colonoscopy examination. Colonoscopy is a test where by a doctor inserts a long flexible…
Dulcolax: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dulcolax available everywhere? Yes. Dulcolax is available across the world, mainly in pharmacies. Thanks to its safety and reliability, it is a frequently requested and recommended product for constipation. Is it wise to use Dulcolax every day? No. Once…
Treating Constipation
Q. I occasionally have a problem with constipation, and fortunately it usually clears up by itself. But if I ever should need to take something for it, what should I take? I’ve noticed all kinds of laxatives, stool softeners…
Mucous Colitis
Question: Hello, could you explain why a mucus discharge may occur with a bowel movement? The amount of mucus is very small, there is no pain associated with the bowel movement, and this happens very infrequently. Answer: Mucous is produced…
I had a problem with constipation
Q. I’m 14 years old. Because I’m trying to lose some weight, I’m careful about what I eat. When I was young, I had a problem with constipation. Now, when I don’t eat as much as I used to, the…