A member asked:

When eve i am constipated i get very very severe headaches ? n i often get constipated ..

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Treat constipation: Sometimes folks report headaches with constipation. I would recommend first getting a handle on the constipation and see if your headaches don't resolve once you're more regular again. The first place to start is eating a healthy, balance diet with plenty of fiber. See your dr. For more specific help and advice on evaluating headaches, using laxatives, and maybe prescription meds for constipation.

Answered 4/7/2014

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Many times: Constipation is due to dehydration or not drinking adequate fluids or excessive caffeine or alcohol dehydration can also cause severe headaches. Try drinking 80-100 ounces of caffeine free/alcohol free fluid daily for at least 2 weeks and see if both the diarrhea and constipation improve. If they do, then maintain that level of fluid intake indefinitely. It really does work.

Answered 4/21/2013

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