Comments on: How can I help my wife from constipation?

By: SodaLicious

SodaLicious — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 14:24:57 +0000

Any waste left in the bowel overly long can contribute to disease. Perhaps she should look into her diet, and choose more non-constipating foods. She could have an allergy to something she is eating… fiber always helps with constipation (nature’s "broom")

By: Kangkung - 133

Kangkung - 133 — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 14:24:57 +0000

you should buy fiber for her to eat……….eat more fruits with high fiber, e.g Banana.

if these occur often, u need to buy laxatives drug….

By: 80's baby

80's baby — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 14:24:57 +0000

For temporary relief a stool softner will work. But for long term she needs to change her eating habits. She needs to eat more foods high in fiber and drink lots of water and if she has some time maybe take a 30 min walk or exercise of her choice at least 3 times a week. And yes not haveing a regular bowel movement can possibly lead to colon cancer.

By: becca9892003

becca9892003 — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 14:24:57 +0000

age has alot to do with it..but diet has even more…i had same problems and i am younger..i have used that dual-action cleanser and it has worked mircles…very gentle…..and i stay away from wheat..my body doesnt like it and blocks everything up..tell her lots of fiber..

By: Eternity 4U Always

Eternity 4U Always — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 14:24:57 +0000

A high fibre diet would be good. Lots of fruits and veggies also. Lots of water!!

But if she is constantly suffering – make sure she goes to a doctor.

By: Ladybug Kisses

Ladybug Kisses — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 14:24:57 +0000

Maybe she needs to take a stool softener like SURFAK. You can get them across the counter. Hope this helps.

By: TweetyBird

TweetyBird — Sun, 07 Mar 2010 14:24:57 +0000

Many people suffer from occasional constipation. Usually constipation isn’t a serious matter and is correctable and preventable by making a permanent change in eating habits and lifestyle. Increase dietary fiber, water intake to 2-3 liters/day, and increase phsyical activity. The occasional (and I stress occasional) use of a stool softener or laxative is fine. She can speak to her doctor about this and her constipation.

Constipation is more common in people over the age of 65.
Whether this will lead to cancer or whether the constipation is due to cancer, remains to be seen. There would be other signs and symptoms. At this point, I would not be concerned about it. If her constipation becomes chronic or cannot be remedied by my suggestions, she should report this to he doctor.