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How to treat constipation bloating Take a stool softener or fiber supplement. Examples are docusate sodium (Colace), psyllium (Metamucil), or methylcellulose (Citrucel). Take a gentle laxative. ... Engage in physical activity. ... Take over-the-counter (OTC) simethicone. ... Take lactase tablets if you're lactose intolerant.
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Read More »Share on Pinterest Bloating can make you feel like someone has filled you with air like a balloon. Sometimes, this symptom is a side effect of constipation. Constipation results when you have difficulty passing a bowel movement or have infrequent bowel movements. Both symptoms are uncomfortable and sometimes painful. Fortunately, there are treatments that can address both. Keep reading to find out more about treating constipation-related bloating and when to see a doctor. About constipation and bloating Constipation is a syndrome that can cause a number of symptoms related to having (or not having) a bowel movement. These include: feeling as if you can’t pass a complete bowel movement not having a bowel movement very often (this varies depending on the person, but usually fewer than three complete bowel movements a week)
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Read More »How to prevent constipation bloating There are several lifestyle changes you can make that can help you prevent constipation-related bloating: Slowly increase your fiber intake. Fiber adds bulk to your stool, making it easier to pass. However, if you add too much too quickly, you can experience worsening bloating. Fiber adds bulk to your stool, making it easier to pass. However, if you add too much too quickly, you can experience worsening bloating. Increase your water intake. Drinking more water can also add bulk to your stool, reducing constipation. Drinking more water can also add bulk to your stool, reducing constipation. Stop smoking. Smoking can increase many gastrointestinal symptoms, including constipation. Smoking can increase many gastrointestinal symptoms, including constipation. Take part in regular physical activity. This will help keep your bowels moving. You can also make dietary changes to help reduce bloating. What else can cause bloating? Constipation isn’t the only bloating cause. There are many contributing factors that can lead to a buildup of excess gas in your digestive tract. These include: Intestinal bacteria. Sometimes bacteria can’t break down all the excess carbohydrates in the stomach and small intestine. When the undigested carbohydrates reach the large intestine, the bacteria located there release excess air. Sometimes bacteria can’t break down all the excess carbohydrates in the stomach and small intestine. When the undigested carbohydrates reach the large intestine, the bacteria located there release excess air. Medical conditions. Several medical conditions can increase the occurrence of bloating. These include irritable bowel syndrome, gastroesophageal reflux disease, lactose intolerance, and celiac disease. Several medical conditions can increase the occurrence of bloating. These include irritable bowel syndrome, gastroesophageal reflux disease, lactose intolerance, and celiac disease. Swallowing excess air. Swallowing too much air by chewing gum, drinking carbonated drinks, eating or drinking very quickly, or even wearing loose-fitting dentures can increase the amount of air building up in your gastrointestinal tract. In addition to these bloating causes, there are many foods known to contribute to bloating: Certain beverages. These include apple juice, carbonated drinks, fruit punch, drinks with high-fructose corn syrup, and pear juice.
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Read More »These include apple juice, carbonated drinks, fruit punch, drinks with high-fructose corn syrup, and pear juice. Dairy. This includes cheese, ice cream, milk, and yogurt. This includes cheese, ice cream, milk, and yogurt. Foods prepared with lactose. Examples are breads, cereals, and some salad dressings. Examples are breads, cereals, and some salad dressings. Certain fruits. These include apples, peaches, cherries and pears. These include apples, peaches, cherries and pears. Sugar-free products. These include candies and gums made with mannitol, sorbitol, or xylitol. These include candies and gums made with mannitol, sorbitol, or xylitol. Certain vegetables. Examples are artichokes, asparagus, black beans, broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, kidney beans, mushrooms, navy beans, onions, or pinto beans. While you don’t need to avoid all of these foods (particularly the healthy ones), avoiding consuming an excess of them can help. You can also try reducing your intake of certain groupings to see if your symptoms improve. When should you see a doctor? You should talk with your doctor or other healthcare provider about your constipation and constipation-related bloating if you have the following symptoms: frequent bouts of constipation
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