Question 1

what's the most effective way to prevent constipation in children?

Accepted Answer

Water: Ensure they are taking plenty of fluids, fresh vegetables, fruits, and fiber in the form of cereals and multigrain breads. A good rule of thumb is one ounce of water for every pound of body weight every day.

Question 2

can constipation in children give groin pain?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Dilation of the rectum and/or pressure on the pelvic structures form dilated colon can indeed cause discomfort that goes into the pelvic and groin area. Increase fiber, increase fluids and if continued constipation, talk to doc about use of stool softeners like miralax (polyethylene glycol).

Question 3

i frequently suffer from constipation. is this a sign of something more serious?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Constipation is common.  A person's diet, activity, physical and emotional well being can all have an affect on the digestive tract. There is also variation of what is "normal" and it is not "necessary" to go everyday. Red flags include age over 50, bleeding, family history of colon cancer and abdominal pain that is severe.

Question 4

what is a sign of diverticulitis ? how do i know to differentiate from constipation that last for over 2 wks?

Accepted Answer

Pain: Bowel variability can include constipation, diarrhea, bleeding.

Pain, fever, local tenderness over colon -left lower commonly, then lab work with WBC increased, ct scan abnormalities, thickening, leak, abscess etc.

Question 5

is constipation a sign of pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Many causes : While pregnant women can develop constipation, it is not a common sign of early pregnancy, and there are many other common causes, including:
1.  Poor dietary fiber intake 
2.  Inadequate fluid intake 
3.  Sedentary lifestyle
solutions:
1.  Eat more fruits, raw vegetables, and whole grains
2.  Drink more water
3.  Get up and move / increase exercise

if persists or pain develops, see your doctor.

Question 6

is a hard abdomen a sign of constipation?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: Could be a sign of lots of conditions but does sometimes occur with sever constipation.  If persists would see a doctor for evaluation

Question 7

can children's claritin (loratadine) cause constipation?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Not likely to cause constipation.  Constipation is more likely to be caused by a decrease in hydration or a change in diet.

Question 8

what are the earliest signs of pregnancy ? is constipation and cramps one of them ?

Accepted Answer

Yes and yes: First trimester symptoms include fatigue, mood swings, tender swollen breasts, darkening nipples/areolas, food aversion, nausea/vomiting esp morning, frequent urination.  When in doubt you need to check pregnancy test and if that's negative, check it again in 1 week.  Thanks for trusting in HealthTap.

Question 9

are constipation, mood swings, and hiccuping signs of pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

: A missed period and a positive pregnancy test is a positive sign. Symptoms do not determine status.

Question 10

is constipation a common sign gallbladder disease?

Accepted Answer

No: Gall bladder disease is more commonly associated with nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain.

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