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Constipation

Constipation refers to a difficulty or inability to pass motions comfortably. The stool may be hardened due to less water content in the body (dehydration). The person may need to strain hard to pass the stools, leading to pain, tears, fissures, and bleeding.

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I am experiencing chest pain despite normal test results. Why?

Query: Hello doctor,Eight months ago, I experienced chest pain on my right side. I went to the hospital immediately, and the doctor told me it was due to constipation. He prescribed some medicines. However, after three to four days when I still was not feeling well, I consulted a cardiologist, who also dia...  Read Full »


Dr. Ishwar Chandra Rai

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. There are several causes of chest pain, and constipation is one of them. Other potential causes include stress, chest infection, peptic ulcer, gastritis, acidity, GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), and radiating pain. A patient's med...  Read Full »

Are constipation medicines harmful if taken for a long time?

Query: Hello doctor, I am taking Anuloma DS from the last six months with tablet Pylapy. I take it every day. Even if I miss it once, I do not get motion. Is it harmful to take it for a long time? Another problem I am facing is an irregular time of motions. It may be any time before noon. So, I cannot go o...  Read Full »


Dr. Alka

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query. As your basic problem is constipation, the regular intake of any medicine will make your intestine dependent on it. Currently, your bowel is dependent on the medicines. So, try to take this tablet every alternate day and then try to stop it slowly....  Read Full »

I have stomach pain after taking Ayurvedic meds. Please help

Query: Hello doctor, Please mention the remedy for the abdominal pain which started after taking one spoon of Nilavarai powder after taking milk at night for constipation. The next morning, I got loose motions and then the gas trouble started and then there was a pain in the whole abdomen for the past one ...  Read Full »


Dr. Alka

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I suggest you stop taking this combination if you suspect it for pain in the abdomen. For pain in the abdomen, I suggest you take one glass of water and add a half teaspoon of carom seeds, half teaspoon of fennel seeds, half a teaspoon of grated ginger and some leave...  Read Full »

Kindly suggest suitable remedies for anal burning and bleeding.

Query: Hi doctor, My husband is suffering from anal burning and bleeding while going for motion. Whenever he goes in motion, he starts having anal burning from morning to evening. If he does not go motion in the morning, there is no anal burning. The doctor has suggested Smuth cream for the anal area. Can ...  Read Full »


Dr. Alka

Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You did not mention the diagnosis that your doctor made whether it is piles or fissures or something else. But avoid constipation. Give him a high-fiber diet like whole grains, salads, and plenty of water daily. Also, tell him to sitz bath. Take a sitz bath two times dail...  Read Full »

I have constipation issues. Please suggest a safe medicine.

Query: Hello doctor,I have acid reflux and poor digestion with constipation issues. I feel like gas is trapped in some part of the body and sometimes there is a burning of the chest. Is it due to poor digestion. Meanwhile, I am planning for a baby. So, please suggest a medicine or antacid which does not af...  Read Full »


Dr. Alka

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I just read your query. If you are planning for a baby, then do not take a strong laxative for constipation because sometimes they may lead to loose motion and loose motion further can lead to abortion. So, instead of taking medicine for constipation, I suggest...  Read Full »

I suffer from chronic constipation and piles. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, I am a 25-year-old male weighing 147.05 Ibs and my height is 5'6". From childhood, I have had constipation and piles problems. But for the last three years, I am suffering from constipation along with mucus. My stomach is not cleared completely in the early morning. Always sticky mucus...  Read Full »


Dr. Sushilabaii Ranjit Rathod

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your reports (attachments removed to protect patient identity) and complaints. If constipation is not cured on time it may lead to irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). All your symptoms are of IBS that is in Ayurveda and it is called as grahani where in the func...  Read Full »

My 2-year-old daughter has been experiencing constipation issues for six months, despite taking medications. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, My 2-year-old daughter is suffering from constipation issues for six months. She is active, and her height and weight are fine for her age. Initially, we gave Muout powder for three to four months and she started to poop regularly but when we decrease the dose, the issues occur again. ...  Read Full »


Dr. Sheetal Nanji Dama

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I suggest your child to take the following: 1. Paraffin 30, five pills in the morning, noon, evening, and night. 2. Sulphur 30, five pills in the morning and night. 3. Nux Vomica 1M (Strychnine and Brucine), five pills at bedtime on an alternate day. Along with m...  Read Full »

I have stomach pain after eating spicy food. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor,I have been experiencing pain in my stomach near the left lung area. I also have frequent gastric issues and occasional constipation. I am currently taking medication for gastric problems, but I am not finding any relief. When I stopped taking the medication for two days, my stool becam...  Read Full »


Dr. Sheetal Kamble

Answer: Hello,Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. In my practice, I have encountered many patients who complain about gastric problems, experiencing symptoms such as burning in the stomach, severe pain, and difficulties with eating. It appears that you may be experiencing a similar issue. It ...  Read Full »

I have difficulty passing stool and bloody stools. Why?

Query: Hi doctor, I am a 38-year-old male. My weight is 187.39 Ibs and height is 5'11". I had the problem of blood in my stool for a year and that got cured with medicine. Now again I feel very difficult to go toilet. I think it is constipation. I feel hard to pass stool. I used to wake up around 6.30 AM. ...  Read Full »


Dr. Raman Kaushik

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. After knowing your symptoms, it mainly seems that you are suffering from fissure in ano which is also a reason for blood in stool associated with anal pain while passing stool. Following dietary changes and Ayurveda medication can help you to get relief from this prob...  Read Full »

Can I take Herbolax tablet after consuming alcohol?

Query: Hi doctor,Can I take a Herbolax tablet to regulate my bowel movement? I consume alcohol regularly, and as a result, I have constipation.  Read Full »


Dr. Ishwar Chandra Rai

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Herbolax tablet is an ayurvedic preparation. It clears the bowel. After drinking alcohol, constipation is common. You can take Herbolax tablet (Trivuth, Haritaki, Kasani) to regulate bowel movement.   Read Full »

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