Question 1

what is the best home remedy for constipation?

Accepted Answer

Mineral oil: Try some mineral oil that you can get at a pharmacy, over the counter.

Question 2

home remedy for constipation in an 8 month old baby?

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Diet modification: Reduce milk and milk products and increase fiber in diet such as fruits vegetables, and complex cereals.

Question 3

what exactly is the most effective home remedy for constipation?

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Diet changes: Try to increase the water and fiber in your diet.  You can do that by eating more fruit and vegetables on a daily basis.  Avoid things that are dehydrating like soda and alcohol. If all else fails you can take a mild stool softener every day, like metamucil, fibercon, or even prunes.

Question 4

coffee is a good home remedy for constipation. what else?

Accepted Answer

Not TRUE!!!: Caffeine contributes to constipation by dehydrating you as it is a diuretic meaning you lose more fluid than you take in. Cut out the caffeine or you will have NO CHANCE OF IMPROVING THE CONSTIPATION.

Question 5

haven't had a bm in 4 days and am severely uncomfortable.  took ducolax with no effect.do you have a home remedy i can use? i'm 40 yrs old and having to take pain meds for my back which in turn cause my constipation.

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You : You are right in that pain medication can cause constipation.  Dulcolax is a good idea though it can take a while to work. Things you can do for constipation include drinking more fluids, walking, and increasing fiber.  You can also try purchasing glycerin suppositories.  To use, gently insert one suppository as instructed and try to hold it in for as long as you can, at least 10 minutes.  Use these twice a day until resolved.  However, if you develop abdominal pain, fever, or vomiting, it could be something besides constipation so if those occur you would have to see a physician.

Question 6

is there a good home remedy for a child with constipation?

Accepted Answer

Proper diet: A healthy child is not constipated. Look to the diet as I have emphasized in many answers. Diet for children in the U.S. Is usually appalling. In the meantime a little mineral oil ishelpful, dosed according to age.

Question 7

lupron (leuprolide) for last 18days (ivf). dealt with constipation. now blood on tp after bm for 3 days- painful bm day it started. should i call dr? home remedy?

Accepted Answer

Call DR/hemorrhoids: You need to inform your MD of your constipation and bleeding post BM. It is likely to be hemorrhoids and an Rx can be given once your MD confirms the diagnosis by exam.

Question 8

i had steroids for more than a month with that i got constipated. can you please suggest any medicine or home remedy for normal motions?

Accepted Answer

Fiber: Veggies and fruits.  For quick results prunes.  Good luck.

Question 9

passed hard stool a few weeks ago. upped my water and fiber. have regular bowel movements but bum is still sore. no chance to heal. use tucks. whats best home remedy? took prep h suppository and it made me too jittery.

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Bum pain: Sitz bathes can be helpful. Sit in a bathtub with warm water.  There needs to be enough water to submerge the anal area. Soak for about 15 minutes – several times a day.

Question 10

high anxiety causing bad constipation. i'm 25 and have tried stool softner but i'm not going. is it safe to do a home enema? what to do?

Accepted Answer

Mag Cit and Dr.: If you don't have any major health problems, try a bottle of magnesium citrate - it's in a green bottle usually at the pharmacy - no prescription needed.  Drink that down (pour over ice and use a straw) and you'll probably get some relief w/in an hour.  Then, get an appointment with your doctor to get a plan for your bowel health - good luck.

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Lupron (leuprolide) for last 18days (ivf). dealt with constipation. now blood on tp after bm for 3 days- painful bm day it started. should i call dr? home remedy?

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I had steroids for more than a month with that i got constipated. can you please suggest any medicine or home remedy for normal motions?

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Passed hard stool a few weeks ago. upped my water and fiber. have regular bowel movements but bum is still sore. no chance to heal. use tucks. whats best home remedy? took prep h suppository and it made me too jittery.

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High anxiety causing bad constipation. i'm 25 and have tried stool softner but i'm not going. is it safe to do a home enema? what to do?

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