What can a gal with gastroparesis do to ease constipation from lack of fiber?
I have recently been diagnosed with postviral gastroparesis. Although I am tolerating the low fat low diet fairly well (oh how I miss fresh veggies and loathe baby food!), I have developed a strong tendency towards constipation. I believe this is due to the "low fiber" part of my diet. I am a little concerned about this because of a strong family history of colon cancer, and fiber is said to help prevent it… What can I eat or take to relieve the constipation?
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Hey, I’m very sorry about your recent diagnosis. I also have gastroparesis. My gastroenterologist recommended Miralax to me. I haven’t tried it yet because I haven’t had problems with constipation, but it’s supposed to be a mild, but effective laxative. I know what you mean about baby food… ugh! I prefer blended up soups now to baby food, except the fruit ones are ok. You should check out the yahoo group for gastroparesis. They offer a lot of support and advice for fellow patients. The link is http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/gastroparesis/. They are a wonderful group and it’s a great place to vent when you’re having a rough day. Good luck to you.
Stool softeners. I would ask your GI about OTC laxatives…hmm, you’re kinda SOL on food…If you can do apple juice, I know it makes some people go…does me…
My spouse has been dealing with similar issues due to gastroparesis. Lactulose works at larger than usual doses but causes severe cramping at times requiring additional pain medication which can be constipating…. and around we go. That problem aside the reason the Lactulose is effective is because it is not metabolized in the upper bowel and so is not dependent on motility for effectiveness like other laxatives. Good luck with this.