Saratoga, CA
A 29-year-old male asked:
Had xray due to severe stomach pain. xray show lots of stool/gas backup. normal blood/urine. can constipation really cause extreme stomach pain?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Dr. Elton Behneranswered
Dentistry 38 years experience
Yes, it can.: Drink plenty of water, eat more quality fiber, fruits and vegetables, keep animal protein to a minimum, regular exercise. Get GI tract back on track, consider supplementing with probiotics.
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Last updated Mar 22, 2020
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