Constipation Problems

[phleb]

Just to give you a bit of background:: I have been constipated for a very long time, over 10 years. Now it seems to be getting worse. I have not emptied my bowels for over 4 weeks, and I have been in pain in the bottom part of my stomach, just feels like I have a heavy weight in there, dyeing to be released and also feel pressure in my bottom. I am lethargic, and sometimes feel nauseas. I feel very heavy, my skin is getting spotty and dull, and I have no energy. I have considered home enema kit for colonic irrigation.

Is this safe?
Does it matter how much water goes in?
has anyone tried this?
what is the best treatment?

I am now getting desperate, and as usual my doctor is being a pudding and keeps giving my lactulose, which makes me sick. Surely he should send me for tests, shouldn't he?

[anneasquith]

apart from the constipation. lethargic.nausea.no energy.i am not a doctor, but i would seek medical assistance, good luck.

[friedgreentomato]

What is your diet like?

Is it balanced?

How much water do you drink?

[phleb]

I drink loads, and take in lots of fruit and fibre, just don't understand it.

[anneasquith]

have you seen a dr.?

[phleb]

my doctor has no appointments for another week. However, I have got some over the counter laxatives, and feel great at this moment in time. I have emptied my bowel every day, and my tummy is flat. Skin is fresh, I have not slept during the day for the last 3 days, I feel energised. I am now so worried that I may rely on these long term :-( why cant I just be normal??

[daisya]

Are you coeliac? It's supposed to be the opposite in bowel motions from constipation but believe me...it can also be that way if you have an intolerance to wheat and other grain. Try giving up bread for a start it might just help.