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Im quite skinny, and i can feel my sigmoid colon is hard most of the time, day or night, could it be a sign of something? im usually constipated, have anal fissures could it all be related somehow..im lost, thanks for help?
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For constipation - You may take a fiber laxative like Metamucil and drink enough water daily so that your urine is colorless. For the long term you may try to increase your intake of fiber foods. Consult this site for fiber foods. http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/high-fiber-foods/art-20050948 Wish you good health!
Answered 1/13/2023
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Yes, it is likely that constipation is at least part of the problem. Aside from diet, proper hydration physical exercise is critical. Talk to your doc in case constipation worsens in spite of lifestyle changes.
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