Psssst...Can we talk about constipation?

I LOVE this thread. Years ago, suffered from irritable bowel syndrome and could never stray far from a restroom. I'd have given my right arm to even have a hint of constipation. Seemed when I quit smoking in 1985 that the IBS began to wane and was able to return to some semblance of regularity. Have never had further issues in either direction. Once in a while, I will think "It's been a while" and wonder if constipation is setting in. The mere thought seems to "move me".

Good luck. All posters have made excellent suggestions.

Listened to a gastologist on radio the other day. He was touting the benefits of passing gas. Said in his household, they applauded flatulence. He also talked about performing colonoscopies when people have not performed the proper prep. If one really has constipation issues, perhaps schedule a colonoscopy and do the prep. That does an EXCELLENT job of cleaning one's pipes.

I've worked many years "playing in other people's poop". Working in raw sewage allows one to "enjoy" observing the downstream results of both sides of the constipation/diarrhea coin!!! :>)
 

My wife has IBS and has chronic constipation. She now takes a drug called Linzess. It is very expensive, if you do not have insurance, but it works very well for her. She also takes a daily probiotic, Jarrow with Lactobacillus, which is also very expensive and our health insurance does not pay towards the cost.
 

Grumpy Ol' Man said:
I LOVE this thread. Years ago, suffered from irritable bowel syndrome and could never stray far from a restroom. I'd have given my right arm to even have a hint of constipation. Seemed when I quit smoking in 1985 that the IBS began to wane and was able to return to some semblance of regularity. Have never had further issues in either direction. Once in a while, I will think "It's been a while" and wonder if constipation is setting in. The mere thought seems to "move me".

Good luck. All posters have made excellent suggestions.

Listened to a gastologist on radio the other day. He was touting the benefits of passing gas. Said in his household, they applauded flatulence. He also talked about performing colonoscopies when people have not performed the proper prep. If one really has constipation issues, perhaps schedule a colonoscopy and do the prep. That does an EXCELLENT job of cleaning one's pipes.

I've worked many years "playing in other people's poop". Working in raw sewage allows one to "enjoy" observing the downstream results of both sides of the constipation/diarrhea coin!!! :>)
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I have to say I enjoy some good gas!!
 
Apple Cider Vinegar, 2 tbsps in 8 ounces of water. I would do this at night only, as it will literally "set you free" LOL!! I also buy the organic, which they have a Walmart for a fair price;)
 
Lon said:
Even drinking lots of water, eating fibrous foods and taking Metamucil you can still have constipation. DUCOLAX RECTAL SUPPOSITORIES are gentle and work fast,
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This reminds me of the time the doc sent me home with suppositories for a "head" ache. I think he might have given me a "fix" for the wrong end, LOL!! It didn't work to say the least, and I felt like my rear-end was on fire. :mad:
 

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