I just can't poo and my DR was of no help

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  • jddnw
    jddnw Posts: 319 Member
    edited April 2015
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    lanashirley wrote: »
    A specialist simply is not accessible to me for a variety of reasons.
    I went to see the primary care DR (I NEVER go see doctors) with a small list of questions, and DR did not attempt to answer or even consider a single one, she simply gave me lists of places she could refer me to and their locations. Of course she isn't a specialist, but primary care doctors are supposed to have a general knowledge about the human body. I expected to get some medical insight and suggestions for at least a few of my questions.


    The FODMAP diet does have a lot of foods that I regularly consume and so I would be making a gigantic and frustrating change. Looking at the diet guidelines and the fiber intake guidelines, how do you possibly eat enough fiber while eating to a FODMAP diet? Most of the fiber items listed where I could see myself adding more in to my typical diet were all FODMAP no-nos.

    My PCP answers questions. I think it is very, very useful to have an ongoing relationship with PCP that you like. The one you picked doesn't sound very good. If you "NEVER" go to doctors, and just pick a PCP from a list once in a blue moon, its kind of crap shoot as to whether you'll be meeting with one you like.

    As to getting things moving, Miralax works for me.

  • nickatine
    nickatine Posts: 451 Member
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    Espresso and a cigarette, or magnesium citrate.
  • clipartghost
    clipartghost Posts: 32 Member
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    I know you said water isn't the problem, but 48-64 oz of water per day is a very small amount. Personally I need more like 200+ oz to feel good and keep things going. That little water combined with a high fiber diet (which I don't know if you have) would definitely gum up my works.
  • Lynnmi07
    Lynnmi07 Posts: 131 Member
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    For some reason eating a grapefruit and drinking a cup of coffee helps me. But if you aren't "uncomfortable" then it's fine to go less frequently.

  • lilybuggg
    lilybuggg Posts: 5 Member
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    Sometimes, adding more protein and cutting carbs can cause blockage. I'm not sure if you are doing this, but I know it messed me up bad when I tried the high protein low carb eating plans.
  • bepeejaye
    bepeejaye Posts: 775 Member
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    Papaya - i love papaya! And luckily, it takes care of that side of business for me! :smile:
  • cattitude123
    cattitude123 Posts: 50 Member
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    senna,(teas work well), chia seeds, ground flax seeds,psyllium(meta mucil), prunes, figs,40+ grams of fiber plus more water, green tea, coffee, bitters..colace,enemas,cleanses..be careful, you may get some serious blowback
  • spookyface
    spookyface Posts: 420 Member
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    A glass of wine with dinner should work for you next day.
  • retirehappy
    retirehappy Posts: 4,753 Member
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    thatshistorical wrote: »
    Last advice (might be TMI, but we are talking about poop here...)--get a squatty potty or a stool to rest your feet on in front of the toilet. It helps me A LOT. We aren't really meant to poop like we are seated in a chair. Prudish Victorians made us do that. Our muscles work better to evacuate the premises if our knees are slightly higher than our hips.

    This is one reason why there are so many colon issues in our country and a lot less in 3rd world countries where they poop in a floor toilet/hole.

    ^^^^ This has helped me stay more regular. If you have an aerobic step, it will work.
    I have also upped my oils to 30% of my calories everyday. Works for me.

  • yesimpson
    yesimpson Posts: 1,372 Member
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    retirehappy wrote: »
    thatshistorical wrote: »
    Last advice (might be TMI, but we are talking about poop here...)--get a squatty potty or a stool to rest your feet on in front of the toilet. It helps me A LOT. We aren't really meant to poop like we are seated in a chair. Prudish Victorians made us do that. Our muscles work better to evacuate the premises if our knees are slightly higher than our hips.

    This is one reason why there are so many colon issues in our country and a lot less in 3rd world countries where they poop in a floor toilet/hole.

    ^^^^ This has helped me stay more regular. If you have an aerobic step, it will work.
    I have also upped my oils to 30% of my calories everyday. Works for me.

    I agree with this too. I am one of those lucky people who are prone to constipation (was even hospitalised for a manual evac as a child, such a proud memory) and changing position really does help. Other than that, prune juice, strong coffee, fatty things like a bacon cheeseburger, and plenty of exercise all help me out. Different people have different 'rhythms' too - it's not unusual for some people to go twice a day and others 2-3 times a week, but obviously any change is worth noting and not letting it go on for too long.
  • scottacular
    scottacular Posts: 597 Member
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    Fibre and water, lots of that. Also coffee or anything else which heats you up. Cranberry juice too.
  • alysme
    alysme Posts: 81 Member
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    A pint of orange juice and two pints of water.
    Drink loads of water.
  • nikkit321
    nikkit321 Posts: 1,485 Member
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    Take magnesium and probiotics daily. But for constipation relief, try green grapes. A lot of them, as in the entire package in a couple of hours. Guaranteed.
  • Kiku10
    Kiku10 Posts: 66 Member
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    Miralax, Citrucel, magnesium up to the upper dose limit. Flax seed ground helps some people.

    You need both soluble and insoluble fiber. Avocados have both plus fat. Google for food sources.
    I don't personally recommend Metamucil / psyllium supplements. These can give too much soluble roughage, plus they can irritate your system. This is true for senna and stimulants.
    Citrucel is insoluble.
  • marmaladepixie
    marmaladepixie Posts: 83 Member
    edited April 2015
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    this happens to me off and on (ibs) and it really comes down to not enough fat plus not enough dietary magnesium. Usually I need at least one big meal a day to get things going... a bowl of rice with a generous serving of avocado usually does the trick. I do tend to go for a few days of nothing, and then seem to have a day of going like 5 or 6 times. I, like you do not feel any discomfort or urge to go in between. I agree it is annoying though.

    my doctor has me take magnesium citrate capsules 400 mgs a day which is the recommended dose. I don't always need that though.
  • bluworld
    bluworld Posts: 135 Member
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    A non dairy probiotic ( ex coconut yogurt) * may* help in gut flora. If you've chaned your diet recently, it will take time for your digestion to adjust.
  • LanaBerk
    LanaBerk Posts: 25 Member
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    I went through this for about 6 months when I started drastically cutting my food intake. It didn't matter what kind of foods I ate ...as I had a varied diet with lots of fiber. My thinking it is digestive system revolting. Don't worry. One day it will all pass and your system will start working again. I know exactly how you feel. It just takes time. Try not to worry.
  • sheclimbsrocks
    sheclimbsrocks Posts: 110 Member
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    Prune juice is AMAZING for moving things along. Try buying some probiotics - from the refrigerated section so you know you are getting live probiotics. Cabbage, dates and other fiber foods with potassium & magnesium may help. Feel better!
  • Christine_72
    Christine_72 Posts: 16,049 Member
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    I am very well versed on this subject :flushed:

    Coffee, water, smooth move tea and the usual generic stuff do nothing for me.

    -Magnesium . Top of my list

    - probiotics with strains that address constipation.

    - Health food store fibre blend powders which contain carob or cacao. Mixed with milk make a delicious chocolatey high fibre drink. I have 2 cups every evening.

    There's many other things you can get, like "colon cleanse" and special powders you mix with water, but mostly they taste disgusting! !!

    The above 3 things I listed work for the hardcore toilet problems :wink: :+1:
  • PearlAng
    PearlAng Posts: 681 Member
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    Not sure if it's been mentioned, but Metamucil has worked wonders for me

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