I have always had poop problems. I'm always hearing grumbling in all parts of my body. Now I'm pooping but I usually poop 5 or 6 round balls the size of large round marbles. Does this mean anything significant?
The very last thing you need in a constipated situation is a health care provider that’s not down to earth, is not understanding and who doesn’t seem to care. I wouldn’t be afraid to go see doc Chung if I had to and that’s a great review ☺️
When my husband's dual hernia repair surgeon screwed up, and my husband's hernia popped out, he vomited feces. I rushed him to the hospital where they did emergency surgery. He could have died from the bowel bursting open, that is how distended he was. He appeared pregnant. That was scary!
This guy must be fun at a dinner party 🤣 In all seriousness, I really appreciate guys like him posting potential remedies. In the old days, before social media, this wouldn't have been possible.
Swallow at least 20 swallows of air don't burp or else you have to start all over again after 3 minutes swallow more air and that's all there is to it when it works let me know I was worried reading problems people were having with constipation a hole bottle of prune just worked to good then I thought of swallowing air as that is what I needed to do to push the hernia back in and it worked so I try it for the hell of it and went to the bath room leaving a dump simple
Make a cup of strong coffee, and stir in 5 teaspoons of virgin olive oil. Does not taste as bad as you think!!! You will have a gentle result in 12-36 hours. Be patient. One oily coffee now keeps me regular for three days. This has succeeded when all manner of laxatives have failed in the past. TRY IT!!!!
This might help some of you like it has helped me. 1. I eat 20% fruit, 25% raw vegetables, 35% cooked vegetables and no more than 4 ounces of meat daily. 2. Eliminate white processed flour products and went whole grain (learned to bake my own bread, one loaf per week). 3. No chips of any kind (popcorn once in a while). 4. A glass of pop once per week (usually on Saturday snack night). 5. 32 oz of water daily, 4 oz of prune juice daily 6. Exercise 15 min per day (walking, swimming, gardening etc.) The above has helped me as I now go every day and am losing 1 to 2 pounds a week of excess weight!!!
I believe too much meat and the bread we eat do contribute to our consitpation. Nuts used to help me, especially cashews. You need to eat a lot of them though, maybe a 1/2 cup.
Thanks I thought chips were good because salts help to retain moisture. Guess it is not. Pharmacist told me to drink plenty of water and gave me Movicol. Finally was able to go after three days of constipation and probably a lot of toxins.
I can't believe that I just Subscribed to a Proctologist! But this guy is top-shelf, with character, class, and comedic style. Thanks, Doc, you kept it real!
I really LOVED your entire presentation... not the actual procedures, just the way you so openly discussed a vital part of our daily lives in such a straightforward and often humorous way. Keep up the good work!
I've never been constipated up until 5 weeks ago . I started getting mucus when I wiped then my stools got harder and harder until I ground to a halt. My stomach went rock hard. Now I keep myself hydrated and PRUNES and bananas. This morning I finally emptied my pipes! What a relief. P.S. your a stellar Doctor !
@@Aro9198bananas are awful. Imo those should be occasional fruit. My mom had chronic constipation and loved bananas and ice cream both are constipating. Eat a couple of dates.
As we get older things change. Our body doesn’t work as it should. Look also at estrogen dominance and insulin resistence As well. I think sometimes these issues pop up Cause of stress
I’m so aware of problems like some of these having experienced some myself. I lost my mother from colon cancer and my sister from an intestinal blockage. My mother never had a colonoscopy because she was afraid to have one. Sadly it cost her her life. I am very pro active in my colon care. I can’t thank you enough for your videos. They’re so helpful and informative. Thank you so much.
Wait what if u can’t pass gas like that and your belly is big and and can’t really poop but feel like it’s coming out but when u do it don’t come out also I hear noise moving around in my Belly also I was so constipated it was hard when it first start happened also the middle of my chest is hurting but I did have a X-ray with the hospital they said I was full of stool in it was far up if something was going on could they not see that ?
@@linnellbrooks5711 Someone else in the comments recommended getting a high colonic. He said he gets one every couple of years or so and it cleans you out completely. You might want to get one right away! 🙏 I have had chronic constipation my whole life, which had gotten worse with other health issues over the last year. The following is the regimen that I have developed with God's help: 1. Upon awakening, I take 2 Metamucil capsules, 2 magnesium citrate capsules, and one ox bile capsule with a glass of very warm water. Most mornings this will cause a gentle, quick bowel movement within the next 15-30 minutes with no straining. 2. After getting dressed, I go into the kitchen and eat six prunes with a glass of very warm water, and some lightly salted nuts. This will usually cause me to have a second bowel movement either right away or after breakfast, with no straining. 3. I then have oatmeal for breakfast with peanut butter, diced apple, and blueberries. This will many times cause another bowel movement. 4. I used to strain, which makes things much worse and can cause other problems. Don't strain. If you only have a partial bowel movement, don't worry about it. Just follow the steps and you will complete it later. 4. I drink six glasses of water and two glasses of soy milk daily. Try to get eight glasses of fluid per day. It will really help with constipation. 5. Elevate your feet with a step stool when you go, or elevate your knees higher than your hips by going up on your tip toes. Keep your back straight, and relax. Do some deep breathing. Think about things that make you laugh, or things that you are looking forward to and excite you. Laughter and excitement stimulate your vagus nerve, which helps with peristalsis. 6. Get your veggies too. Also a good quality cold pressed oil like olive oil is helpful. Beans are really good too. They have a lot of soluble fiber. I make a bean and brown rice wrap for lunch that tastes great and helps keep me regular. 7. Stay active and enjoy your life! God loves you and wants you to be happy and healthy! God bless you! ❤
Warm prune juice is the answer. When I was backed up in Germany once I couldn't find prune juice in the supermarkets. But in the UK it is widely available. Pour a glass of prune juice and put it in the microwave for 20 seconds. Test the temperature with your finger. If necessary, put the glass back in for 10 seconds. Note that the juice should not be hot, and just lukewarm won't work either. Once you think you've hit the right temperature, drink it down in one go. This has an absolutely disgusting taste, but about an hour later you will start to feel like you're ready for the toilet. The effect of just one glass of prune juice can last for several hours, so be prepared to visit the toilet more than once. Especially useful to remember if you decide to go shopping.
What about white cranberry juice my daughter and granddaughters and they taught me to call it Christmas juice 😎 it's just a fun way to enjoy the spirit of Christmas all year 😏.
What helped me stop constipation was: Lots of water (away from meals), magnesium, fibrous foods (apples, bananas, beans, melons), and sea salt (to stimulates chloride/hcl production).
I take a magnesium citrate pill every night. 250mg. If I don't drink enough water and/or I sit too much, I get constipated. I noticed that every time I fly to Europe, or drive half a day... I eat prunes from Costco when I remember, but mostly walking, drinking enough water and the 1 pill of magnesium citrate at bedtime works the best for me
I was soooooooo happy to have come across your video. I have had IBS-C since i was 5. I cannot tell you how many times i went to the ER with hideous pain. I have had all the tests and they always come back normal and it is just IBS-C. I suffered to the extreme. Then 3 yrs ago i thought to myself that if you are impacted the doc will remove it manually. Ppl have anal sex. So i tried to dig it out with a glove on and it worked really well and have been doing it ever since. Seems all it is was it just wouldn't come out so all that was needed was to get a little out and the rest would follow. It has been Heaven sent. I call it THE CURE. I am a 76 yr old female.
BE VERY CAREFUL! The anus has a lot of blood vessels and nerves, which makes it easy to BLEED HEAVILY. I recommend that your mother see her doctor on this issue, or follow this doctor’s recommendation to prevent constipation first.
The speed ast which stool moves through the intestinal tract depends upon its acidity level. Learn to supplement with Betaine HCL, vitamin B1, and Digestive Enzymes. And you'll never have to keep digging in your @sshole anymore. Between Dr. Eric Berg, Kick it Naturally, and EONutrition, and Dr. Stasha Gominak you'll learn almost everything you need to know about health and digestion. You're welcome in advance. 😉
Had an elderly lady for a patient with a uti and a fib. Checked for impaction and found she was full of stool. Manually removed most of the stool. She proudly told her physician that I was her human enema! 😊
@StinaMama gloved hand, index finger. Once you get started, the bowel will begin moving it down. There is usually soft stool behind the initial hard stool. Takes a while, but it works. Not for the faint of heart. The nurse with me said she was about to puke and faint.
@@jmh814 You may have saved her life. My first experience was when I had to do it for my aunt. She got so much relief. So here recently I decided I needed to do it for myself and I do what I need to. Doctors are not going to tell you but so much because the are busy pushing prescriptions! You rock! 😄
Thank you so much for talking about this delicate subject. You seem to realize people are mortified to speak about these things, but we suffer so much!
Thank you so much for the good advise. I have suffered from constipation probably my whole life. I am going to try and use the suggestions because constipation makes me feel so sick. I don't think doctors take this subject seriously.
Not to sound like a the word that rhymes with itch , but most doctors do understand how uncomfortable this is, and exercise helps too even just walking we have to keep moving it's not good to be sedatary move more.
Thank you Dr Chung. 54 male stuff is just hard to talk about when you've never had these issues, embarrassing, being scared, what to do . A pleasant voice and encouragement is just what I needed❤❤❤
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! So far, your "wise ass" (meant lovingly) advice has saved a trip to the ER with my 96 year old mother. What a relief... for both of us!
When my baby grand daughter was a baby she was SCREAMING due to constipation. It was horrible to watch. I checked her little body to look for pain and came across a hard poop stuck in her little boodie. I grabbed the part that was sticking put and gently pulled it out the whole thing came out and she immediately was relieved 😌.
Wow-such a down to earth doctor-love this guy! Just went through this and watched all your videos on the subject. Thank you so much for the clear, easy to understand advice-esp. determining when to go to urgent care/doctor. Unfortunately, I experience "the back-up" a few times a year but these videos will still be in my library to help me get through it. Thanks Doc!
Thank you so much for this video. I watched on behalf of my 90 year old dad who has a chronic issue. He gets so stressed and anxious. Your info was very helpfu
Vegetarian for 51 years, eating a lot of whole grains, fruit, vegetables. But now and then I get constipated. I learned when I was 21 that part of it is some kind of emotional thing. I remember writing a paper for college. Once I finished writing the paper (not typing it as in the old days you had to do but finishing with the creative part), I would need to run to the bathroom. Whenever my mother or sister would call me, I would have to run to the bathroom. Finishing things can do it. When I need to take something, I like AloeLax with fennel. That always helps.
Doc: I have used my finger with a glove before. Because of hemmroids, blood came out. It was not easy, but my finger broke off the stools allowing my poop to come out. I was in a desperate condition and I did what I thought I had to do and found relief. I had to recoop but everything settled down and return to normal. Thanks for sharing the finger technique and for your detailed explanations concerning constipation. Thank you
@@juliehose351 the absolute worst. one time i went 8 to 9 days without one. it was the first time in my life i took milk of mag. 8 hours later, finally. i thought i was going to cry when i realized it was over
My poops so tight up in there I can’t get an enema up in my rectum! Taken 3 doses of lactulose an 2 stool softeners with laxative and still no bowel movement..on to try Miralax and if no luck I guess I’ll start digging..so miserable I can’t sit down I have to lay..help!
Just stumbled on this video and I’d like to say that your friendly manner probably has or will save lives. In mine, there is family history of bowel cancer and due to the problems in the NHS now, my screening hasn’t been happening as it should. I’ve no cause to worry ( at the moment anyway) but I do think that honest conversation about “ embarrassing” topics like this needs to happen. I wish you were my doctor.
An elderly neighbor was unfortunate to have acquired a very uncouth caregiver. The neighbor became constipated, and asked the caretaker to get her some glycerine suppositories, ad they were used in the nursing home, previously. The caretaker refused...and she did this kind of behavior often. I purchased a small bottle of . Glycerine, and a plastic dropper, and it was just enough to soften the hardened stool that i is sometimes the reason for temporary stops.,Caretaker was eventually let go!
@@traceykoontz2868 Check into caretakers...seriously, especially if they have a certificate which enables them to dispense meds. I cnsulted with a doctor, and he stated that the elderly population is growing and there are lots of this type of neglect, bordering on abuse going on. Other neighbors witnessed the isolation this elderly person suffered.
@@traceykoontz2868 Please, anyone you know who has to get a caretaker...BE very careful.. Do check often, if someone is hired that you don't know. This monster was recommended by a worker at a nursing home. This monster had a very kind, and fake baby talk like line of crap. She alienated my friend's neighbors, and took over. My friend had just lost the last two family members, her grandson, and second daughter. When my friend entered the hospital for a few weeks, the nurse told her POA that the monster came in at nine p.m., to relieve the day care lady. The Monster stayed about one half hour, left, and put her hours in as all night. The nurse said that this happens often, and if the POA, who was an in-law, chose, they would support him in filing charges. I was ready to help witness, but the in- law, was involved with an out of town girlfriend, and didn't want to peruse it, so, I was ON guard . Eventually, the monster told me that my friend didn't want me there. She knew I had her number. It was weeks before I got a call from my friend's late daughter's friend. The daughter, was my best friend for many years. The woman told me that she had spoken to my friend, as the monster allowed her to take calls. She said, "Hurry, and call her, And, she wants to hear from you." I called immediately, and my friend was So glad to hear from me. I asked her if I had done anything to upset her because the monster told me to stay away. My friend said, "Those were not my words." And she elaborated by telling me that she was in a bad spot. I promised her, that if she was afraid, I would talk to her POA, and we could get her into the nursing home, where she would be safe. The neighbor arrived a few days later to see my friend before she left for the nursing home, but monster wouldn't let him say goodbye. This monster was alienating her from everyone, and, instead of using an ambulance to take her to the nursing home, the monster's husband or boyfriend, came over, and he lifted my friend, putting his arms under her armpits, from behind, and lowering her down the three wobbly back steps, and into the car, in the garage. I never figured out why. My friend had a bad shoulder injury, and that had to hurt. I was LIVID, but my friend only told me that AFTER we got her into the nursing home physically. For weeks, I went every day to make sure monster didn't show up, because my friend so was SO afraid! Eventually, we got her calm enough to be reassured monster was not coming back POA called her to relieve har of her duties. There was much more, but getting sore fingers. My friend died at just before her 100th birthday. She slipped in the bathroom, and broke a hip. I was at the hospital for threevdays, when they kept puttingbsurgery off due to irregular heart activity. She died an the third day Due tempos, being out of town, I had to pick output funeral clothes, etc. I FOUND a beautiful black shift with a silky blouse top. It was a gorgeous red rose with green leaves, and specks of gold here and that. The funeral home did a great job on her hair, which I asked the nursing home staff to reverse condition her hair, as It was so dry and frizzy. POA ordered a blanket of deep red carnations for the casket, and my friend looked BEAUTIFUL. I thought, wait until Ralph sees her! He was a wonderful husband and father, and I was sure that he wasn't watching over her, or I wouldn't have been able to get her away. When you have to deal with someone evil, you have to worry about them harming someone as revenge. I talked to a doctor about this, and he said, it is a shame, and it happens more and more, because there are so many elderly, and not as many caregivers. I am keeping strong, lifting weights, and eating healthy, just in case!
Thank you. [Not an easy subject]. But my whole family suffers from the issue and of course- I inherited it from both of my parents. So I have basically suffered in silence. [All my life]. I hope some of these suggestions work for everyone. May you, your family- and your ministry be blessed.
I used to have constipation problems..from birth, to puberty (I was born with a fissure in rectum) My dad or mom would ask if I went If I didnt, I'd have to get a suppository, if Thst didnt work, then an ENEMA THEY felt strange for a little girl Also, prune juice from his sisters 🤣 When puberty hit, periods would loosen Everything No more constipation 😁
There are health practitioners that do a procedure called high colonic. It is an effective enema, cleaning out the entire colon. It is done with tubing and tanks so that there is no odor, and they cover you for privacy. A gentle abdominal massage is done , which helps move things along. I get one done every few years, and feel really great afterwards. I always wondered why they didn’t do them in hospitals when patients have constipation post surgery.
Hospitals can't any make money if you're healthy at home. That's the entire problem with American health care. They don't WANT you to be healthy!! Do you know how much profit they made during the entire Mexican Beer sickness???
@@anitagurns9480 …..it doesn’t have to be a doctor, it’s more like a license a massage therapist would get. You can try googling “high colonic” and see what you get, or ask a naturopathic doctor or center for a reference.
@@anitagurns9480 In big cities, they come a dime a dozen. I've tried it once, and I didn't like it all all, in fact, I think they can often do more damage than they claim to "fix." There are many more ways of cleaning your colon that this, believe me. Just look for natural remedies on the internet.
My home remedy: brown lentils and brown rice. I cook them together (50/50 mix) in my rice cooker (following the directions for brown rice). Gets things moving, but it's solid and comfortable.
I've also used salt as a laxative. You have to eat a LOT, like a couple of teaspoons at once dissolved in plenty of water. And then wait like 30 minutes or so. It basically gives you diarrhea which moistens/lubricates the stuck poop. Use at your own risk if you have high blood pressure or other conditions that would make it dangerous to eat so much salt. I have the opposite problem (my blood sodium tends to run too low, and my body gets rid of sodium MUCH too fast), so I have to eat a lot of salt to avoid cramps, which is how I inadvertently discovered this trick. Might be a lifesaver since pretty much everyone has salt at home but you might not have another type of laxative on hand, or you might have already run through the ones you do have.
My Mom had a 100% cure for constipation she got from her Mom who got it from her Mom. Every year during plum season she would buy a large amount of purple plums, just the regular kind you get everywhere, wash thoroughly, remove the pit and fill a large pot to about 3/4 full. Add water to cover the plums plus a bit. Then she let it simmer for a few hours until it became thick like a paste. Never let it boil, just simmer. Then it went into jars and when cool into the fridge. This would last us until the next year for a family of five. At the first sign of constipation, we were given 1 spoonful and within an hour, we were going, without cramps or pain.
I watched this whole video wondering whether it was a joke. Had to start reading the comments to realise it's real. Lots of useful info in both video and comments, thx.
I Hate when people think constipation is A Joke. It's horrible. Imagine your running to get home to go badly and reach your toilet and it's SOrry do not pass go.
Dr Chung so glad you are able to put a humorous spin on such a miserable problem. You make me laugh and have given me such valuable information. I thank you so much. I will continue to watch.👍🏻😄💗
Eat slowly and chew your food to *bits* do not sit for more than 1 hour, set your alarm, get up every hour and walk around for several minutes. Sip on green organic tea with honey and a bit of apple cider vinegar.
I was in the hospital, given pain pills, didn't poop almost the entire time. Next to the day before I was going to be released, I was blocked up. I couldn't get my nurse to help. I had to wait until the next morning when doctors saw me. They prescribed 3 types of laxatives. I finally got rid if it. But it was horrible the day and night before.
I have a bidet that I bought from Amazon. It helps to get rid of the stucked poop. I slowly turn the water on aiming it down there and slowly I will increase the water pressure. It helps a lot and I thought it is much better than the finger. Everybody has their ways but whatever it works that is fine. I stopped eating white rice, white bread. Tamarind juice homemade and I add Monkfruit sugar to sweetened the juice
@@sljackiesmom what's kinda crazy is that up here in Canada, at least where I live, doctors think the same thing you said but about men, yet they take women's needs seriously
I’ve started drinking a smoothie with ground flax seed and chia seeds soaked overnight in milk with a little fruit yogurt, and protein powder . The seeds absorb the liquid until it becomes like a thick milkshake. I add artificial sweetener and spices for an extra kick (cinnamon, ginger and turmeric). It tastes like a dessert
I’ve been dealing with constipation for years. It’s to the point where I have a lower abdominal protrusion. I went to er and had an X-ray about a year ago and the doc said there was “a very large amount of stool” told me to try otc laxatives. (🙄) I said I’ve tried every otc laxative available with minimal relief. I have also tried colonoscopy preps like sutab and it helped a bit but not much more than Miralax did. They didn’t offer any other options. Just discharged me. 😡 after that I decided to go another route and try a colonic. I started getting colonics about 2 months ago. Typically I go for a colonic weekly and I lose anywhere between 5-15 lbs per time. I still have a protrusion but it’s definitely getting better. I always feel so much better after each colonic. I definitely recommend trying them if you haven’t.
Hopefully, people use a "finger cot" to protect their finger before checking back there. (first aid supply dept of drug store). And first put organic coconut oil on outside of the finger cot.
I'm amazed at how cheerful you are even with having bottom end issues. I am not cheerful at all. 😢 (Except your videos give me some instantaneous temporary relief.)
Back in the 1980’s several people in my church tried what might be called “the orange flush”. Might be another name for it. What it was is that you bought a lot of the best oranges you can find, and on a day you are staying home you eat one orange after another until you have an eventful bowel movement. One older gentleman in church who had a large belly tried it and lost over 20 pounds. I’m a slender man. I was the last person in my family to try it and yes sitting on the toilet I reached a point of very strong abdominal pain then it all passed, and made enough noise that everyone in the house could hear it. The odd thing is that just before it all passed it felt inside me in my left lower abdomen that something was peeling off that had been there a long time and it had been very well attached to my large intestine. I’m 57 now and I’ve stayed basically slender most of my life besides a spare tire years ago.
Dang. You should make that day a holiday from here on out. I have times where I start panicking because of a too large, too compacted stool....visions of elvis enter my mind. So am now doing everything in my power to keep that from happening again. Constipation is no joke!
@@colonelfustercluck486 They said something after that episode. I was in a lot of pain for few minutes until I passed that 💩. I was the last person in the house to try that orange cleanse. One older member of church was a many with a big gut, he lost 20 pounds doing the orange cleanse.
@@MustangsTrainsMowers I do find that oranges help, and also Kiwi's aka "Kiwi fruit"... they seem to do the business too. Just one or two seems to work. Wait 4 hrs or so, or maybe overnight if it's bad.....
@@colonelfustercluck486 I’m in my late 50’s and I have had to change my diet because of Lyme disease, hypoglycemia and food intolerances. The main thing is eliminating dairy, much much less beef, almost no chocolate and now I’m spending much less time on the toilet and taking a 💩 is much easier. No more slowly pushing agonizing hard lumpy 💩 to deal with.
Thanks Doc!! You helped me not only with advice but you calmed my fears! I am so anxious and scared about my stubborn constipation. I'm gonna try these and if they don't work I WILL go to my Dr. Thanks again!!
Thank you for sharing all your tips to help move stuck poop. It can truly be scary especially in children when they're afraid of everything! Your tips lets us know that you just have to work on it and see medical help if nothing is happening.
Last time I was severely constipated. I ended up at the ER. They tried enemas and all kinds of things, to no avail. So the doctor had the other doctor that was also there sticker literally hand my rear to get it out. It HURT. SOO BAD!
This helped me to get off laxatives: Psyllium Husk, 1 teaspoon stirred into water, take it in the morning and follow with a glass of water. Drink a lot of water during the day. Started eating German rye bread (100% whole rye). Switched to a plant based diet. MIRALAX worked great for a while, but then it didn’t anymore, the body gets used to it. I use it now only when I ate something I really shouldn’t, like a slice of pizza. But that happens only every few months. I feel so much better now!!!!
Try the Candy "Whoopers" for a fast fix or order you some "Barley Malt", this is what long ago was used for to clean out the bowels, you really should not put more substance on top of being constipated, which makes matters worse. I have Neurogenetic Bowell Disfunction, my nerves to the bowel as a whole does not transfer any signals for a bowel movement. Found the Whoppers by accident and found Barley Malt after research it to use for constipation...
I eat a plant based diet too. I feel so good. I eat a lot of fiber. One recipe that I use is equal amounts of each. 1 cup prune juice, 1 cup oat bran, 1 cup applesauce. Mix together. Start at one tablespoon a day and increase to the point where you can have BM. I use 4 T a day. God bless
I had surgery and because I was not paying attention I was constipated for at least 3 days. Probably 4 or 5. I was hurting so bad. To make it worse I have a hernia. I ended up having to push so hard to go that I tore my hernia and I felt like I signed a recording deal with PDiddy the night before. I was sweating, sobbing, bleeding a little and heart palpitating. Oh if any of you were wondering the log made 2 1/2 laps around the bowl. I’d say about 3 feet long.
I have found my bidet toilet seat has been wonderful in helping with constipation. My model has an enema setting, which helps get things started. I had a handyman put a electric plug near the toilet, as the models with enema setting are electric. It's also very soothing on a sore bottom.
I used to work with quadriplegics who had no control over the muscles that move the poop along. This was back in the 80s. We used the finger method in a swirling motion and it worked every time. For everyone. Just get yourself some Nitro, gloves and Vaseline. Or mineral oil.
I truly appreciate that you posted this. Nothing works on me so I am hopeful. Most ppl would have been too embarrassed to post that,even here.Thank you much and I hope that you are having a great day!!!
@@ThiaJetNeYu I have had chronic constipation my whole life, which had gotten worse with other health issues over the last year. The following is the regimen that I have developed with God's help: 1. Upon awakening, I take 2 Metamucil capsules, 2 magnesium citrate capsules, and one ox bile capsule with a glass of very warm water. Most mornings this will cause a gentle, quick bowel movement within the next 15-30 minutes with no straining. 2. After getting dressed, I go into the kitchen and eat six prunes with a glass of very warm water, and some lightly salted nuts. This will usually cause me to have a second bowel movement either right away or after breakfast, with no straining. 3. I then have oatmeal for breakfast with peanut butter, diced apple, and blueberries. This will many times cause another bowel movement. 4. I used to strain, which makes things much worse and can cause other problems. Don't strain. If you only have a partial bowel movement, don't worry about it. Just follow the steps and you will complete it later. 4. I drink six glasses of water and two glasses of soy milk daily. Try to get eight glasses of fluid per day. It will really help with constipation. 5. Elevate your feet with a step stool when you go, or elevate your knees higher than your hips by going up on your tip toes. Keep your back straight, and relax. Do some deep breathing. Think about things that make you laugh, or things that you are looking forward to and excite you. Laughter and excitement stimulate your vagus nerve, which helps with peristalsis. 6. Get your veggies too. Also a good quality cold pressed oil like olive oil is helpful. Beans are really good too. They have a lot of soluble fiber. I make a bean and brown rice wrap for lunch that tastes great and helps keep me regular. 7. Stay active and enjoy your life! God loves you and wants you to be happy and healthy! God bless you! ❤
I had worsening constipation over a period of a year. The blockage was high up. My stool was hard rocks. I used enemas which worked to empty me out but the motility didnt improve. I was abale to link my constipation to poor mood and fatigue. Eventually I was prescribed cosmocol /movicol which got me into a proper bowel routine. It took a few months. Initially it was mushy stool but eventually became textbook. I have and already had a great diet.
I extremely rarely get constipated. I experienced an episode of it earlier this year. It was like my whole insides had turned to thick clay. Horrible. No idea why that happened, I normally eat a diet quite rich in vegetables & fruit & drink two litres of water each day, more in hot weather. I saw a video & the woman recommended eating a diet of cucumber, celery & melon till the difficulty resolved itself. It did work. Took a few days but felt very gentle, healthy & hydrating.
@@stealthxg5045 I eat loads of fibre-rich vegetables & some fruit every day & only have constipation about once every five years but suddenly had a bad patch of it for no apparent reason.
@@sarahstrong7174 You're probably dehydrated. That can cause hard stools. Nevertheless, if you want to get things moving, I recommend drinking lots of water and taking benefiber supplements. Also drink cranberry juice. Your gut changes as you get older.
@@stealthxg5045 My gut has certainly changed. Half of it is missing now. Two sections were chopped out. I usually drink two litres of water each day, unless it is hot, when I drink more.
Taking magnesium oxide is healthy and effective, along with eating kiwi fruit. I also use a good digestive enzyme and peppermint oil pills. Having had severe IBS for 60 years, I've tried everything!
I was the same!! Constipated throughout my whole childhood (I'm in my 20s now) but if you find that wholewheat fibre etc is not helpful for her, then please try a gluten free/coeliac diet, as it could be those grains 'clogging' the bowels - honestly the only thing that worked for me and of course drinking fluids 😁
Yes!! Gluten messes me up so bad and causes constipation get her checked out for gluten sensitivities or allergy four causes so much constipation as can dairy
@@BubblesBath I hope it will help her, it does take a few weeks (on the gluten free diet) to start noticing a difference. Also inulin powder is a good natural alternative to laxatives🤗
Sounds very similar to what I go through. Had back up for 10 + years now since I broke my back, the medical term is Neurogenetic Bowel Disfunction. Have been through all the enema's, the fibre, all the over the counters, suppositories. Nothing worked. I had to wai until it came out on its own, because of the break I had no sensation to have a bowel movement, It would be so bad that nothing moved in my colon and it would cause intense pain and ER visit, I have had sepsis a few times and spent a week in hospital 8 times since this accident happened. I had to lay in the floor just to get my back to relax but this did not help every time. I bought puppy pads and would lay in the floor in intense pain sometimes all night. If I sat on the towlet I would pass out from the pain. I have been to every sort of doctor including my Neurologist who is the one that Dx'd me last year... about 4 months ago I sent my grandson to the store to get some milk duds, he came back with whoppers. I ate about 3/4 of a 5 oz. boox within 2 hours I was sitting on the pot going it lasted all night as I had not had bowel movement for 4 months, I was severely bloated, nauseated, passing gas but let me tell you the Whoopers worked, I was amazed no one was using them as an aid. I did some research on whoopers and found that they contain "barley malt" . I have continued to use the whoopers every month and here today I am sharing this with you because you can use the whoppers or can get some Barley Malt and take 15 m/l and it will move you... Int the past this is what people used to cure their constipation. With NO SIDE Effects. I am having 2 bowel movements a week and am eating whoopers every day, soon to purchase Barley Malt in bulk.. Hoping other will try this as IT DOES WORK, you will feel greatly revived after doing this. There is also no pain with these bowel movements. May every day be as good as today... Blessings.
I have IBS, but am extremely health conscious, I drink plenty of water, exercise, and eat nutritiously. Still, I developed a severe fecal impaction, it made me very sick- fever, nausea, horribly distended belly( like a 6 month pregnancy!) and triggered a UTI because of the pressure on my bladder. In the ER, even after an enema and suppository, there were no results- I was then given Lactolose and it caused horrible, foul, diarrhea! I am glad that this doctor is so straightforward and explains things clearly... Friends and family who have never experienced this joke about it and don't understand... Yes, this condition is embarrassing - but it is serious and one must educate themselves. I have heard about the finger dislodging method, and it makes sense, but I just can't being myself to do it! I am on day 5 of this entire episode and still feel miserable, and my primary care doctor isn't responding - I may have to go back to the ER. Also, there is a thing called paradoxical diarrhea - one can be severly constipated, with an impaction, but watery diarrhea leaks passed the blockage.
Oh my goodness! You just described exactly what is happening to me. Spent Sunday night at the ER. A CT Scan and bloodwork showed no blockage, was given a disposable enema and a dose of Lactolose. After about 2 hours, the Lactolose gave me watery diarrhea all night long. I couldn’t sleep, couldn’t pooped, felt nauseous and irritated. I’m on my 4th dosage of Lactolose, and still unable to go. I have tried Miralax, Dulcolax, Keep it Moving, Constipend, Pineapple Tea (tea used to work wonderfully), Fleet Disposable enemas, Milk of Magnesia, Magnesium, Lactolose and nothing has worked! At this point I’m desperate! I’m sorry that you are going through this, I 100% understand your concerns and frustration.
The enema works as a last resort for me all the time. Usually the first time, sometimes the 2nd. I will try taking a magnesium supplement as a preventative measure.
@@heisannhoppsann90 I don't know what it looks like, but anything that can inject water without sharp edges that can damage your skin will do. I just use a small rubber hose.
@@heisannhoppsann90you can by a hand enema syringe. Faultless makes a good one. I use it every time after a bm. It leaves a little water behind in the rectum to keep the next bm softer. It's soothing for hem too. You can add a tiny bit of salt to the water if there is bleeding.
This happened to me--twice over a few months--where nothing was moving. I was in agony. Had I gone into the ER they would have done little to help. I took magnesium citrate both times. Turned out I had a massive tumor pushing down on my digestive tract and there is no way a doctor would've helped me at the time I needed it most (I know this now post-surgery.)
If you're from SE Asia like me with some lactose intolerance then cold milk works. Anal douche is very effective for me but I've only needed to use it several times. You can buy an attachment to screw onto the shower hose, be careful not to turn on the water too strongly and test the temperature first. Do not let too much water in each time and it works after a few seconds. Have a bowl ready to avoid messing up the shower floor. As for medication lactulose works gently as stool softener. Some people with chronic constipation have lost the contractility of the bowel muscles so senna might not be so effective.😮
I lost my wife to anal cancer. She did not disclose her discomfort but I could hear her crying through the bathroom door (the pain was severe). She was stubborn and held off until she had no choice but to go seek medical care.
I'm so glad I found you. I believe my sphincter is not opening as normal. Several times I thought I'm dying. But I don't feel that way now after watching your video. My proctologist appointment is over a month away. I'm going to try your suggestions in the meantime. Most of the OTC give me side effects like tremors. So I'm not taking them unless absolutely necessary. ❤
Wow. I have literally tried everything except the finger. All the OTC meds. Warm prune juice. Smooth move tea. Prunes. 35 grams of fiber a day. It's definitely emotional because it started when I was diagnosed with cancer. My yoga teacher told me I am in constant "fight or flight." And the treatment meds made it sooooo much worse. I now take laculose daily - try to adjust the dosage so I'm not taking the max daily but sometimes it is needed. Pooping in a warm bath is an idea except for cleaning the tub.... good luck to anyone else in my situation.
actually, if you need an enema and don't have access to a person or equipment to assist, that is a great idea.... just relax let water into the rectum... wait a little longer.... and results. Never thought of that method before... tks.
I bought a rebounder recently to help remove toxins. Have no idea if it's moving out any extra toxins, but it didn't take long to realize that if I feel a little backed up, a minute or 2 on the rebounder really moves things along and loads up the chamber.
Try oral Magnesium Citrate vitamin pill at night. Start with 200 mg and increase to 400 mg or until desired result. It also will help you relax and sleep better and can decrease blood pressure and help with Vitamin D bioavailability
HELP!!! Ok time for my finger 😢. I had spine surgery 4 days ago, and the narcotics have completely bunged me up… I’ve tried everything and ok (God am I admitting this??) I used a finger and felt HARD 💩. I’ll keep at it 😢Thank God you’re here Dr and community members…. ( I’m new today as I was desperately trying to find help) I’ll report back when things are better 😢
Two years ago had to use my little finger. Stool was like hard clay. Took me 2 hours starting with small pea sized pieces interspersed with warm tap water enemas. The "leading edge" was hard, eventually became soft stool and then moved by itself.
@@kwhatten my doctor had an absolute fit and said it’s very dangerous! He told me to use Dulcalax and sure enough days of narcotic constipation I had completely emptied within 30 minutes of chewing two of them. I’d tried everything including an entire bottle of warmed up prune juice. So Dulcalax is a game changer!!
Hi. I find that using a fleet enema, I throw out about 1/2 of the liquid away and mix in olive oil. Shake very well, insert, squeeze in the mixture then quickly refill the same enema bottle with warm water...this works beautifully every time. Just bring a knife with you bcz you may hv to chop up what comes out so that you wont clog your toilet and so that flushing will be drama free. Take care
@@seancobaine8623 hey. was in the same exact position you were in. i was embarrassed to try the fleet eneam method (empty out half of the liquid and replace with olive oil. mix the solution well and insert into rectal area. then immediately use another bottle filled with warm water and then hold on to your seat bcz you will release EVERYTHING out of your behind. And so your body doesn't get dependent on the solution the fleet enema comes with, use warm tap water every few days as needed. I'm telling you, you'll even sleep.10xs better. Take care & hope u have a FAST recovery.
Things that work for me, although i don't take them for constipation , never the less they move the bowels, or help: a) 1.5 litres of water with lemon/lime and little salt(but enough) on empty stomach before exercise. Add some olive oil it ll act like lubricant. If the electrolyte drink is Salty enough will prevent the fast absorption of the water and oil. b) Black - black coffee under similar conditions, 20-30 minutes before a morning walking or jogging. c) lots and lots of water ..6-7 litres a day. water is absorbed quickly, so you must be drinking water frequently through out the day to keep hydrating the food in your bowels. d) Eat a ketonic diet. Protein and fats will be absorbed near completely. So even if you are constipated, the volume of the food will be decreasing with time, until it reduced to near nothing, not stuck and getting drier and drier.
After my second experience with the dreaded 'stink finger' incident, I found a routine that's worked extremly well for me for 2 years now. Having an 'elongated colon' @68 years of age, i was chronically constipated. After a colonoscopy, that doctor has had me on miralax every day; however, miralax alone did not seem to help much at all so I added my own secret to colon success, for me. After eating my one meal a day, i also eat 3-4 cups of store-bought Bran Flakes, topped with sun-maid raisens and sometimes with frozen strawberries or blueberries and then wet it with homeade milk that i create using watered down Heavy Whipping Cream, sweetened with a little stevia - and I drink More Than Enough Water! I've done this for 2 years and as a result - i almost always have a productive '2-flusher' BM each and every day! Even though those processed bran flakes are not ideal, it really does do the trick. This has worked out better while continuing with the miralax.
Thank you so much for the material, Dr. I needed the info. SCI patient. 😊. Addicted to Macaroni.. First step is admitting it. All notifications checked
When I was younger I had the worst constipation, which made my eyes yellow, my skin was getting yellowish, and believe it or not, I did not go to washroom for about 10 days. I went to doctor and after check up he was surprised and gave me a very tiny yellow tablet and a very small cup full of " Liquid Paraffin oil " wow believe me in half an hour I could see the world like bright and so comfortable.
Went to emergency room, they just sent me home even though stool was still there. Just see your doctor. Had to wait 6 weeks for appointment. Heathcare Sucks near me
Unbeknownst to most people, Elvis Pressley had this issue requiring the finger technique. He had a section of his colon that simply did not contract at all since birth. His mother used her finger when he was a child and, I assume, he learned to do it himself. This from his doctor via a book by Mary Roach.
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I have always had poop problems. I'm always hearing grumbling in all parts of my body. Now I'm pooping but I usually poop 5 or 6 round balls the size of large round marbles. Does this mean anything significant?
@@thedoo777What are you..about six years old?
The very last thing you need in a constipated situation is a health care provider that’s not down to earth, is not understanding and who doesn’t seem to care. I wouldn’t be afraid to go see doc Chung if I had to and that’s a great review ☺️
Ain’t it the truth!!
When my husband's dual hernia repair surgeon screwed up, and my husband's hernia popped out, he vomited feces. I rushed him to the hospital where they did emergency surgery. He could have died from the bowel bursting open, that is how distended he was. He appeared pregnant. That was scary!
@@jeanmader2302 Oh my. I hope he’s having a healthy recovery. This is nothing to not take very seriously
U are truly an amazing doctor best information ever
This guy must be fun at a dinner party 🤣 In all seriousness, I really appreciate guys like him posting potential remedies. In the old days, before social media, this wouldn't have been possible.
CONSTIPATION IS TERRIBLE 😞 😢
Specially after bimalleolar fracture surgery 6 months ago as of 11/27 and stool softeners just give you the diarrhea by the next morning.
I can feel you 😫
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Swallow at least 20 swallows of air don't burp or else you have to start all over again after 3 minutes swallow more air and that's all there is to it when it works let me know I was worried reading problems people were having with constipation a hole bottle of prune just worked to good then I thought of swallowing air as that is what I needed to do to push the hernia back in and it worked so I try it for the hell of it and went to the bath room leaving a dump simple
Make a cup of strong coffee, and stir in 5 teaspoons of virgin olive oil. Does not taste as bad as you think!!!
You will have a gentle result in 12-36 hours. Be patient.
One oily coffee now keeps me regular for three days. This has succeeded when all manner of laxatives have failed in the past. TRY IT!!!!
This might help some of you like it has helped me.
1. I eat 20% fruit, 25% raw vegetables, 35% cooked vegetables and no more than 4 ounces of meat daily.
2. Eliminate white processed flour products and went whole grain (learned to bake my own bread, one loaf per week).
3. No chips of any kind (popcorn once in a while).
4. A glass of pop once per week (usually on Saturday snack night).
5. 32 oz of water daily, 4 oz of prune juice daily
6. Exercise 15 min per day (walking, swimming, gardening etc.)
The above has helped me as I now go every day and am losing 1 to 2 pounds a week of excess weight!!!
❤👍🏼💯
I believe too much meat and the bread we eat do contribute to our consitpation. Nuts used to help me, especially cashews. You need to eat a lot of them though, maybe a 1/2 cup.
I ate carnivore 4 months with plenty fat and was regular. Then I went vacation and can’t poop.
Thanks I thought chips were good because salts help to retain moisture. Guess it is not. Pharmacist told me to drink plenty of water and gave me Movicol. Finally was able to go after three days of constipation and probably a lot of toxins.
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Channels like this are the real positive side of UA-cam. Professionals all over the world, helping little constipated people like me. Thanks
I can't believe that I just Subscribed to a Proctologist! But this guy is top-shelf, with character, class, and comedic style. Thanks, Doc, you kept it real!
Ditto!
I really LOVED your entire presentation... not the actual procedures, just the way you so openly discussed a vital part of our daily lives in such a straightforward and often humorous way. Keep up the good work!
I've never been constipated up until 5 weeks ago . I started getting mucus when I wiped then my stools got harder and harder until I ground to a halt. My stomach went rock hard. Now I keep myself hydrated and PRUNES and bananas. This morning I finally emptied my pipes! What a relief. P.S. your a stellar Doctor !
Bananas,Eggs and diary can make constipation worse
@@Aro9198bananas are awful. Imo those should be occasional fruit. My mom had chronic constipation and loved bananas and ice cream both are constipating. Eat a couple of dates.
Diaper wear & a garbage bag for me work safe.
Good to run little or if too much go fast.
Help me...
As we get older things change. Our body doesn’t work as it should. Look also at estrogen dominance and insulin resistence
As well. I think sometimes these issues pop up
Cause of stress
@@Aro9198bananas and dairy, yes. Eggs, no.
I can not even begin to fathom the horror of throwing up poop. That to me sounds like the worst layer of hell, and to think it’s possible terrifies me
Ive puked shit while on acid. Wouldn’t recommend taking acid if ur constipated hahahah.
Reminds me of that south park episode 🙊
I’m so aware of problems like some of these having experienced some myself. I lost my mother from colon cancer and my sister from an intestinal blockage. My mother never had a colonoscopy because she was afraid to have one. Sadly it cost her her life. I am very pro active in my colon care. I can’t thank you enough for your videos. They’re so helpful and informative. Thank you so much.
Wait what if u can’t pass gas like that and your belly is big and and can’t really poop but feel like it’s coming out but when u do it don’t come out also I hear noise moving around in my Belly also I was so constipated it was hard when it first start happened also the middle of my chest is hurting but I did have a X-ray with the hospital they said I was full of stool in it was far up if something was going on could they not see that ?
@@linnellbrooks5711 Someone else in the comments recommended getting a high colonic. He said he gets one every couple of years or so and it cleans you out completely. You might want to get one right away! 🙏
I have had chronic constipation my whole life, which had gotten worse with other health issues over the last year. The following is the regimen that I have developed with God's help:
1. Upon awakening, I take 2 Metamucil capsules, 2 magnesium citrate capsules, and one ox bile capsule with a glass of very warm water. Most mornings this will cause a gentle, quick bowel movement within the next 15-30 minutes with no straining.
2. After getting dressed, I go into the kitchen and eat six prunes with a glass of very warm water, and some lightly salted nuts. This will usually cause me to have a second bowel movement either right away or after breakfast, with no straining.
3. I then have oatmeal for breakfast with peanut butter, diced apple, and blueberries. This will many times cause another bowel movement.
4. I used to strain, which makes things much worse and can cause other problems. Don't strain. If you only have a partial bowel movement, don't worry about it. Just follow the steps and you will complete it later.
4. I drink six glasses of water and two glasses of soy milk daily. Try to get eight glasses of fluid per day. It will really help with constipation.
5. Elevate your feet with a step stool when you go, or elevate your knees higher than your hips by going up on your tip toes. Keep your back straight, and relax. Do some deep breathing. Think about things that make you laugh, or things that you are looking forward to and excite you. Laughter and excitement stimulate your vagus nerve, which helps with peristalsis.
6. Get your veggies too. Also a good quality cold pressed oil like olive oil is helpful. Beans are really good too. They have a lot of soluble fiber. I make a bean and brown rice wrap for lunch that tastes great and helps keep me regular.
7. Stay active and enjoy your life! God loves you and wants you to be happy and healthy! God bless you! ❤
Warm prune juice is the answer. When I was backed up in Germany once I couldn't find prune juice in the supermarkets. But in the UK it is widely available. Pour a glass of prune juice and put it in the microwave for 20 seconds. Test the temperature with your finger. If necessary, put the glass back in for 10 seconds. Note that the juice should not be hot, and just lukewarm won't work either. Once you think you've hit the right temperature, drink it down in one go. This has an absolutely disgusting taste, but about an hour later you will start to feel like you're ready for the toilet. The effect of just one glass of prune juice can last for several hours, so be prepared to visit the toilet more than once. Especially useful to remember if you decide to go shopping.
I mix in one tablespoon of ground flax seeds. That seems to help with 4 ounces of warm prune juice. Drink water also.
I like the taste of prune juice.
Pear and Apple Juice are excellent too and not to much cramping.
What about white cranberry juice my daughter and granddaughters and they taught me to call it Christmas juice 😎 it's just a fun way to enjoy the spirit of Christmas all year 😏.
@@traceykoontz2868 I've never heard of *white* cranberry juice or seen it in stores. Cranberry juice in the UK is always reddish pink in colour.
I think you gave great advice and weren't afraid to talk about the stuff that can be uncomfortable to hear and do.
You seem like such a nice, friendly doctor, a doctor who seems to take his time with you, and you seem like you listen to your patients.
What helped me stop constipation was: Lots of water (away from meals), magnesium, fibrous foods (apples, bananas, beans, melons), and sea salt (to stimulates chloride/hcl production).
Sea salt with water?
Yours is one of the most useful and reassuring medical presentations I have ever listened to. You are A GREAT DOCTOR / TEACHER!
I take a magnesium citrate pill every night. 250mg. If I don't drink enough water and/or I sit too much, I get constipated. I noticed that every time I fly to Europe, or drive half a day... I eat prunes from Costco when I remember, but mostly walking, drinking enough water and the 1 pill of magnesium citrate at bedtime works the best for me
Does the brand of Magnesium matter? TIA
You should take that during the day with lots of water. Not at night as that is risky.
@laurarodewald2276 Yes, Magnesium Citrate
@@justhere3794Why is it risky?
I was soooooooo happy to have come across your video. I have had IBS-C since i was 5. I cannot tell you how many times i went to the ER with hideous pain. I have had all the tests and they always come back normal and it is just IBS-C. I suffered to the extreme. Then 3 yrs ago i thought to myself that if you are impacted the doc will remove it manually. Ppl have anal sex. So i tried to dig it out with a glove on and it worked really well and have been doing it ever since. Seems all it is was it just wouldn't come out so all that was needed was to get a little out and the rest would follow. It has been Heaven sent. I call it THE CURE. I am a 76 yr old female.
Thank you, your lack of useless embarrassment has given me the courage to help myself. I’m gonna tell my poor mother too, thank you!
BE VERY CAREFUL! The anus has a lot of blood vessels and nerves, which makes it easy to BLEED HEAVILY. I recommend that your mother see her doctor on this issue, or follow this doctor’s recommendation to prevent constipation first.
If you were 26, I would have been turn on
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Get your pelvic floor checked. People who find relief digging out often. Have pelvic floor dysfunction
If I ever had to go see a proctologist, not that I ever would want to, I would hope it was you. You are awesome! You’ve helped me so much. 🙏
Had an elderly lady for a patient with a uti and a fib. Checked for impaction and found she was full of stool. Manually removed most of the stool. She proudly told her physician that I was her human enema! 😊
How did you manually remove it , the fingers only go a few inches in ? Did you do an enema ?
@StinaMama gloved hand, index finger. Once you get started, the bowel will begin moving it down. There is usually soft stool behind the initial hard stool. Takes a while, but it works. Not for the faint of heart. The nurse with me said she was about to puke and faint.
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You are a hero. ❤😊
@@jmh814 You may have saved her life. My first experience was when I had to do it for my aunt. She got so much relief. So here recently I decided I needed to do it for myself and I do what I need to. Doctors are not going to tell you but so much because the are busy pushing prescriptions! You rock! 😄
Thank you so much for talking about this delicate subject. You seem to realize people are mortified to speak about these things, but we suffer so much!
Thank you so much for the good advise. I have suffered from constipation probably my whole life. I am going to try and use the suggestions because constipation makes me feel so sick. I don't think doctors take this subject seriously.
Not to sound like a the word that rhymes with itch , but most doctors do understand how uncomfortable this is, and exercise helps too even just walking we have to keep moving it's not good to be sedatary move more.
Thank you Dr Chung. 54 male stuff is just hard to talk about when you've never had these issues, embarrassing, being scared, what to do . A pleasant voice and encouragement is just what I needed❤❤❤
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! So far, your "wise ass" (meant lovingly) advice has saved a trip to the ER with my 96 year old mother. What a relief... for both of us!
When my baby grand daughter was a baby she was SCREAMING due to constipation. It was horrible to watch. I checked her little body to look for pain and came across a hard poop stuck in her little boodie. I grabbed the part that was sticking put and gently pulled it out the whole thing came out and she immediately was relieved 😌.
Wow-such a down to earth doctor-love this guy! Just went through this and watched all your videos on the subject. Thank you so much for the clear, easy to understand advice-esp. determining when to go to urgent care/doctor. Unfortunately, I experience "the back-up" a few times a year but these videos will still be in my library to help me get through it. Thanks Doc!
Thank you so much for this video. I watched on behalf of my 90 year old dad who has a chronic issue. He gets so stressed and anxious. Your info was very helpfu
Vegetarian for 51 years, eating a lot of whole grains, fruit, vegetables. But now and then I get constipated. I learned when I was 21 that part of it is some kind of emotional thing. I remember writing a paper for college. Once I finished writing the paper (not typing it as in the old days you had to do but finishing with the creative part), I would need to run to the bathroom. Whenever my mother or sister would call me, I would have to run to the bathroom. Finishing things can do it. When I need to take something, I like AloeLax with fennel. That always helps.
Where do u find aloe lax?
@@rolandjaudes3041 Sprouts. It's also on Amazon. Probably at all health food stores.
Doc: I have used my finger with a glove before. Because of hemmroids, blood came out. It was not easy, but my finger broke off the stools allowing my poop to come out. I was in a desperate condition and I did what I thought I had to do and found relief. I had to recoop but everything settled down and return to normal. Thanks for sharing the finger technique and for your detailed explanations concerning constipation. Thank you
In the tub are there tubs built for this or I'm supposed to grab it and put it in the toilet afterward 😮
Put a trash bag under yo butt and let it rip 🤣🤣
That’s what I would do
I have went 15. Days without a bm. Talk about misery
@@2006Mookie2006I do that sometimes and put it back in the toilet
@@juliehose351 the absolute worst. one time i went 8 to 9 days without one. it was the first time in my life i took milk of mag. 8 hours later, finally. i thought i was going to cry when i realized it was over
72 hours, six stool softeners, 1 dulcolax suppository and 1 enema later I FINALLY POOPED! Thank you Doctor!! ❤❤
What is suppository? I've heard from somewhere that it gives relief within 15 to 20 mint
It is a bullet shaped medicine that you put up you bum@@bgmi-no1wy
I’m in 24 hour mark and so miserable but this was the most helpful video yet 😢
Are you taking vitamin d supplements by any chance
My poops so tight up in there I can’t get an enema up in my rectum! Taken 3 doses of lactulose an 2 stool softeners with laxative and still no bowel movement..on to try Miralax and if no luck I guess I’ll start digging..so miserable I can’t sit down I have to lay..help!
Dear Dr Proctologist! I recommend that this video that you made be selected for the most useful medical video of the year!!! Congratulations🎉😊
Just stumbled on this video and I’d like to say that your friendly manner probably has or will save lives. In mine, there is family history of bowel cancer and due to the problems in the NHS now, my screening hasn’t been happening as it should. I’ve no cause to worry ( at the moment anyway) but I do think that honest conversation about “ embarrassing” topics like this needs to happen. I wish you were my doctor.
Me too. I love the doctor's personality.
An elderly neighbor was unfortunate to have acquired a very uncouth caregiver. The neighbor became constipated, and asked the caretaker to get her some glycerine suppositories, ad they were used in the nursing home, previously. The caretaker refused...and she did this kind of behavior often. I purchased a small bottle of . Glycerine, and a plastic dropper, and it was just enough to soften the hardened stool that i is sometimes the reason for temporary stops.,Caretaker was eventually let go!
Sounds like you know your neighbor pretty good and good on you for helping her.
@@traceykoontz2868 Check into caretakers...seriously, especially if they have a certificate which enables them to dispense meds. I cnsulted with a doctor, and he stated that the elderly population is growing and there are lots of this type of neglect, bordering on abuse going on. Other neighbors witnessed the isolation this elderly person suffered.
God bless you! ❤
@@traceykoontz2868 Please, anyone you know who has to get a caretaker...BE very careful.. Do check often, if someone is hired that you don't know. This monster was recommended by a worker at a nursing home. This monster had a very kind, and fake baby talk like line of crap. She alienated my friend's neighbors, and took over. My friend had just lost the last two family members, her grandson, and second daughter. When my friend entered the hospital for a few weeks, the nurse told her POA that the monster came in at nine p.m., to relieve the day care lady. The Monster stayed about one half hour, left, and put her hours in as all night. The nurse said that this happens often, and if the POA, who was an in-law, chose, they would support him in filing charges. I was ready to help witness, but the in- law, was involved with an out of town girlfriend, and didn't want to peruse it, so, I was ON guard . Eventually, the monster told me that my friend didn't want me there. She knew I had her number. It was weeks before I got a call from my friend's late daughter's friend. The daughter, was my best friend for many years. The woman told me that she had spoken to my friend, as the monster allowed her to take calls. She said, "Hurry, and call her, And, she wants to hear from you." I called immediately, and my friend was So glad to hear from me. I asked her if I had done anything to upset her because the monster told me to stay away. My friend said, "Those were not my words." And she elaborated by telling me that she was in a bad spot. I promised her, that if she was afraid, I would talk to her POA, and we could get her into the nursing home, where she would be safe. The neighbor arrived a few days later to see my friend before she left for the nursing home, but monster wouldn't let him say goodbye. This monster was alienating her from everyone, and, instead of using an ambulance to take her to the nursing home, the monster's husband or boyfriend, came over, and he lifted my friend, putting his arms under her armpits, from behind, and lowering her down the three wobbly back steps, and into the car, in the garage. I never figured out why. My friend had a bad shoulder injury, and that had to hurt. I was LIVID, but my friend only told me that AFTER we got her into the nursing home physically. For weeks, I went every day to make sure monster didn't show up, because my friend so was SO afraid! Eventually, we got her calm enough to be reassured monster was not coming back POA called her to relieve har of her duties. There was much more, but getting sore fingers. My friend died at just before her 100th birthday. She slipped in the bathroom, and broke a hip. I was at the hospital for threevdays, when they kept puttingbsurgery off due to irregular heart activity. She died an the third day Due tempos, being out of town, I had to pick output funeral clothes, etc. I FOUND a beautiful black shift with a silky blouse top. It was a gorgeous red rose with green leaves, and specks of gold here and that. The funeral home did a great job on her hair, which I asked the nursing home staff to reverse condition her hair, as It was so dry and frizzy. POA ordered a blanket of deep red carnations for the casket, and my friend looked BEAUTIFUL. I thought, wait until Ralph sees her! He was a wonderful husband and father, and I was sure that he wasn't watching over her, or I wouldn't have been able to get her away. When you have to deal with someone evil, you have to worry about them harming someone as revenge. I talked to a doctor about this, and he said, it is a shame, and it happens more and more, because there are so many elderly, and not as many caregivers. I am keeping strong, lifting weights, and eating healthy, just in case!
@@traceykoontz2868 Her daughter and I were best friends for over thirty years. We had so many good times together, and made great memories.
I love this doctor he so easily sending great info and no embarrassment
That’s for the informative and lighthearted delivery. It helped to relax me and I actually was able to go a bit.
Thank you. [Not an easy subject]. But my whole family suffers from the issue and of course- I inherited it from both of my parents. So I have basically suffered in silence. [All my life]. I hope some of these suggestions work for everyone. May you, your family- and your ministry be blessed.
I used to have constipation problems..from birth, to puberty
(I was born with a fissure in rectum)
My dad or mom would ask if I went
If I didnt, I'd have to get a suppository, if
Thst didnt work, then an ENEMA
THEY felt strange for a little girl
Also, prune juice from his sisters 🤣
When puberty hit, periods would loosen Everything
No more constipation 😁
@@kathleenking47 Sorry about your [discomfort]. I hope your issue [somehow] was [rectified].
What a load of rubbish! one doesn't 'inherit' constipation, only bad eating habits... which lead to the problem!
you have a very reassuring delivery that makes people experiencing constipation comfortable
There are health practitioners that do a procedure called high colonic. It is an effective enema, cleaning out the entire colon. It is done with tubing and tanks so that there is no odor, and they cover you for privacy. A gentle abdominal massage is done , which helps move things along. I get one done every few years, and feel really great afterwards. I always wondered why they didn’t do them in hospitals when patients have constipation post surgery.
Hospitals can't any make money if you're healthy at home. That's the entire problem with American health care. They don't WANT you to be healthy!! Do you know how much profit they made during the entire Mexican Beer sickness???
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I wish I could find a doctor in my area that does a high colonic I’ve heard about it for years,was it a G I doctor who performs yours?
@@anitagurns9480 …..it doesn’t have to be a doctor, it’s more like a license a massage therapist would get. You can try googling “high colonic” and see what you get, or ask a naturopathic doctor or center for a reference.
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In big cities, they come a dime a dozen. I've tried it once, and I didn't like it all all, in fact, I think they can often do more damage than they claim to "fix." There are many more ways of cleaning your colon that this, believe me. Just look for natural remedies on the internet.
My home remedy: brown lentils and brown rice. I cook them together (50/50 mix) in my rice cooker (following the directions for brown rice). Gets things moving, but it's solid and comfortable.
Brown rice doesn't work for me makes things worse
I've also used salt as a laxative. You have to eat a LOT, like a couple of teaspoons at once dissolved in plenty of water. And then wait like 30 minutes or so. It basically gives you diarrhea which moistens/lubricates the stuck poop. Use at your own risk if you have high blood pressure or other conditions that would make it dangerous to eat so much salt. I have the opposite problem (my blood sodium tends to run too low, and my body gets rid of sodium MUCH too fast), so I have to eat a lot of salt to avoid cramps, which is how I inadvertently discovered this trick. Might be a lifesaver since pretty much everyone has salt at home but you might not have another type of laxative on hand, or you might have already run through the ones you do have.
My Mom had a 100% cure for constipation she got from her Mom who got it from her Mom. Every year during plum season she would buy a large amount of purple plums, just the regular kind you get everywhere, wash thoroughly, remove the pit and fill a large pot to about 3/4 full. Add water to cover the plums plus a bit. Then she let it simmer for a few hours until it became thick like a paste. Never let it boil, just simmer. Then it went into jars and when cool into the fridge. This would last us until the next year for a family of five. At the first sign of constipation, we were given 1 spoonful and within an hour, we were going, without cramps or pain.
I watched this whole video wondering whether it was a joke. Had to start reading the comments to realise it's real. Lots of useful info in both video and comments, thx.
Herbal laxatives. Buckthorn, licorice root, and slippery elm. Cascara sagrada is pretty strong.
I Hate when people think constipation is A Joke. It's horrible. Imagine your running to get home to go badly and reach your toilet and it's SOrry do not pass go.
It's sad when people make light of the situation 😢
I agreed
im having bad constipation, i poop like one drop and it’s making my back hurt cause i eat but can barely poop anything.
Drink smoothie like me it will help
Dr Chung so glad you are able to put a humorous spin on such a miserable problem. You make me laugh and have given me such valuable information. I thank you so much. I will continue to watch.👍🏻😄💗
Eat slowly and chew your food to *bits* do not sit for more than 1 hour, set your alarm, get up every hour and walk around for several minutes. Sip on green organic tea with honey and a bit of apple cider vinegar.
One of the best DR at YT. Thanks so much for caring DR Chung. ❤
Thank you for this doctor. It was tbe worst I've ever had this morning and you helped calm me down. I ordered an enema kit from Walmart and it worked.
Constipation is the worst part about being human
@@matteocusumano3431 Yes it is.
I have not given birth but I thought I could have on an occasion when I was constipated! Misery. I live to keep regular now. First thing first
I was in the hospital, given pain pills, didn't poop almost the entire time. Next to the day before I was going to be released, I was blocked up. I couldn't get my nurse to help. I had to wait until the next morning when doctors saw me. They prescribed 3 types of laxatives. I finally got rid if it. But it was horrible the day and night before.
Please mention the three types
Did you pass gas or was it hard to do so ?
I was in so much pain, drank coffee, ginger tea, etc. nothing worked. Found this video, did the enema and oh my, the relief. Thank you Doctor!🙏🏼
I have a bidet that I bought from Amazon. It helps to get rid of the stucked poop. I slowly turn the water on aiming it down there and slowly I will increase the water pressure. It helps a lot and I thought it is much better than the finger. Everybody has their ways but whatever it works that is fine. I stopped eating white rice, white bread. Tamarind juice homemade and I add Monkfruit sugar to sweetened the juice
Seeing my doctor is usually a waste of time
Just going to say the same 😢
And money😢
That’s because most doctors think women are just hysterical. And I don’t mean hilarious. They think we’re worried over nothing.
THE WHOLE TRUTH
@@sljackiesmom what's kinda crazy is that up here in Canada, at least where I live, doctors think the same thing you said but about men, yet they take women's needs seriously
I’ve started drinking a smoothie with ground flax seed and chia seeds soaked overnight in milk with a little fruit yogurt, and protein powder . The seeds absorb the liquid until it becomes like a thick milkshake. I add artificial sweetener and spices for an extra kick (cinnamon, ginger and turmeric). It tastes like a dessert
what the heck is your point related with bad constipation tf
@@sunilsharma-zd5deChia seeds are known for constipation relief. Do a little research before being nasty
I’ve been dealing with constipation for years. It’s to the point where I have a lower abdominal protrusion. I went to er and had an X-ray about a year ago and the doc said there was “a very large amount of stool” told me to try otc laxatives. (🙄) I said I’ve tried every otc laxative available with minimal relief. I have also tried colonoscopy preps like sutab and it helped a bit but not much more than Miralax did. They didn’t offer any other options. Just discharged me. 😡 after that I decided to go another route and try a colonic. I started getting colonics about 2 months ago. Typically I go for a colonic weekly and I lose anywhere between 5-15 lbs per time. I still have a protrusion but it’s definitely getting better. I always feel so much better after each colonic. I definitely recommend trying them if you haven’t.
Sorry I laughed when you said the discharge you with angry emoji...I have same issue even tho😂
Hopefully, people use a "finger cot" to protect their finger before checking back there. (first aid supply dept of drug store). And first put organic coconut oil on outside of the finger cot.
I'm amazed at how cheerful you are even with having bottom end issues.
I am not cheerful at all. 😢
(Except your videos give me some instantaneous temporary relief.)
Thank you for being such a great doctor and presenter for this problem.
Back in the 1980’s several people in my church tried what might be called “the orange flush”. Might be another name for it. What it was is that you bought a lot of the best oranges you can find, and on a day you are staying home you eat one orange after another until you have an eventful bowel movement. One older gentleman in church who had a large belly tried it and lost over 20 pounds. I’m a slender man. I was the last person in my family to try it and yes sitting on the toilet I reached a point of very strong abdominal pain then it all passed, and made enough noise that everyone in the house could hear it. The odd thing is that just before it all passed it felt inside me in my left lower abdomen that something was peeling off that had been there a long time and it had been very well attached to my large intestine. I’m 57 now and I’ve stayed basically slender most of my life besides a spare tire years ago.
Dang. You should make that day a holiday from here on out. I have times where I start panicking because of a too large, too compacted stool....visions of elvis enter my mind. So am now doing everything in my power to keep that from happening again. Constipation is no joke!
I don't want to know how you know that the rest of the family heard you go !! That must have been a story in itself. You must have exploded....
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They said something after that episode. I was in a lot of pain for few minutes until I passed that 💩. I was the last person in the house to try that orange cleanse. One older member of church was a many with a big gut, he lost 20 pounds doing the orange cleanse.
@@MustangsTrainsMowers I do find that oranges help, and also Kiwi's aka "Kiwi fruit"... they seem to do the business too. Just one or two seems to work. Wait 4 hrs or so, or maybe overnight if it's bad.....
@@colonelfustercluck486
I’m in my late 50’s and I have had to change my diet because of Lyme disease, hypoglycemia and food intolerances. The main thing is eliminating dairy, much much less beef, almost no chocolate and now I’m spending much less time on the toilet and taking a 💩 is much easier. No more slowly pushing agonizing hard lumpy 💩 to deal with.
Oats and flaxseed with fruit and milk in the morning works a treat.
I have a quick question. Why have I never heard you recommend Lactulose for constipation?
Yes . Why?
Thanks Doc!! You helped me not only with advice but you calmed my fears! I am so anxious and scared about my stubborn constipation. I'm gonna try these and if they don't work I WILL go to my Dr. Thanks again!!
Thank you for sharing all your tips to help move stuck poop. It can truly be scary especially in children when they're afraid of everything! Your tips lets us know that you just have to work on it and see medical help if nothing is happening.
Last time I was severely constipated. I ended up at the ER. They tried enemas and all kinds of things, to no avail. So the doctor had the other doctor that was also there sticker literally hand my rear to get it out.
It HURT. SOO BAD!
Thank you for this positive and empathetic video.
This helped me to get off laxatives: Psyllium Husk, 1 teaspoon stirred into water, take it in the morning and follow with a glass of water. Drink a lot of water during the day. Started eating German rye bread (100% whole rye). Switched to a plant based diet.
MIRALAX worked great for a while, but then it didn’t anymore, the body gets used to it.
I use it now only when I ate something I really shouldn’t, like a slice of pizza. But that happens only every few months.
I feel so much better now!!!!
Husk gave me fissures. Use with caution!!
@@nrtnrt6676 , lots of fluids are needed - water and herbal tea. Chamomile tea is best.
Try the Candy "Whoopers" for a fast fix or order you some "Barley Malt", this is what long ago was used for to clean out the bowels, you really should not put more substance on top of being constipated, which makes matters worse. I have Neurogenetic Bowell Disfunction, my nerves to the bowel as a whole does not transfer any signals for a bowel movement. Found the Whoppers by accident and found Barley Malt after research it to use for constipation...
I eat a plant based diet too. I feel so good. I eat a lot of fiber. One recipe that I use is equal amounts of each. 1 cup prune juice, 1 cup oat bran, 1 cup applesauce. Mix together. Start at one tablespoon a day and increase to the point where you can have BM. I use 4 T a day. God bless
@@katiejo711 great tip - thank you!!
How much of Magnesium Citrate should you take per day?
6 prunes with each meal ❤️
Same to me, I have 10 prunes/2 servings and minimum 25g of fiber from veggies 😄
Diabetic, too many carbs, wish I could.
Doesnt work I canneat a whloe bag and nuthin
@@zonahanor8537milk of magnesia 1 teaspoon daily
@@kandacepatterson7965 16oz of prune juice mix with some melted butter
I had surgery and because I was not paying attention I was constipated for at least 3 days. Probably 4 or 5. I was hurting so bad. To make it worse I have a hernia. I ended up having to push so hard to go that I tore my hernia and I felt like I signed a recording deal with PDiddy the night before. I was sweating, sobbing, bleeding a little and heart palpitating. Oh if any of you were wondering the log made 2 1/2 laps around the bowl. I’d say about 3 feet long.
Signed a record deal with P Diddy🙄😂😂😂😂😂
I have found my bidet toilet seat has been wonderful in helping with constipation. My model has an enema setting, which helps get things started. I had a handyman put a electric plug near the toilet, as the models with enema setting are electric. It's also very soothing on a sore bottom.
Wowwwww
I used to work with quadriplegics who had no control over the muscles that move the poop along. This was back in the 80s. We used the finger method in a swirling motion and it worked every time. For everyone. Just get yourself some Nitro, gloves and Vaseline. Or mineral oil.
I truly appreciate that you posted this. Nothing works on me so I am hopeful. Most ppl would have been too embarrassed to post that,even here.Thank you much and I hope that you are having a great day!!!
@@ThiaJetNeYu
I have had chronic constipation my whole life, which had gotten worse with other health issues over the last year. The following is the regimen that I have developed with God's help:
1. Upon awakening, I take 2 Metamucil capsules, 2 magnesium citrate capsules, and one ox bile capsule with a glass of very warm water. Most mornings this will cause a gentle, quick bowel movement within the next 15-30 minutes with no straining.
2. After getting dressed, I go into the kitchen and eat six prunes with a glass of very warm water, and some lightly salted nuts. This will usually cause me to have a second bowel movement either right away or after breakfast, with no straining.
3. I then have oatmeal for breakfast with peanut butter, diced apple, and blueberries. This will many times cause another bowel movement.
4. I used to strain, which makes things much worse and can cause other problems. Don't strain. If you only have a partial bowel movement, don't worry about it. Just follow the steps and you will complete it later.
4. I drink six glasses of water and two glasses of soy milk daily. Try to get eight glasses of fluid per day. It will really help with constipation.
5. Elevate your feet with a step stool when you go, or elevate your knees higher than your hips by going up on your tip toes. Keep your back straight, and relax. Do some deep breathing. Think about things that make you laugh, or things that you are looking forward to and excite you. Laughter and excitement stimulate your vagus nerve, which helps with peristalsis.
6. Get your veggies too. Also a good quality cold pressed oil like olive oil is helpful. Beans are really good too. They have a lot of soluble fiber. I make a bean and brown rice wrap for lunch that tastes great and helps keep me regular.
7. Stay active and enjoy your life! God loves you and wants you to be happy and healthy! God bless you! ❤
I had worsening constipation over a period of a year. The blockage was high up. My stool was hard rocks. I used enemas which worked to empty me out but the motility didnt improve. I was abale to link my constipation to poor mood and fatigue. Eventually I was prescribed cosmocol /movicol which got me into a proper bowel routine. It took a few months. Initially it was mushy stool but eventually became textbook. I have and already had a great diet.
It took that long?
We all strive for “textbook stools” 😂
Awfully glad I found this cheerful man who has convinced me that maybe I’m not a freak.
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I extremely rarely get constipated. I experienced an episode of it earlier this year. It was like my whole insides had turned to thick clay. Horrible. No idea why that happened, I normally eat a diet quite rich in vegetables & fruit & drink two litres of water each day, more in hot weather. I saw a video & the woman recommended eating a diet of cucumber, celery & melon till the difficulty resolved itself. It did work. Took a few days but felt very gentle, healthy & hydrating.
You need more fiber.
@@stealthxg5045 I eat loads of fibre-rich vegetables & some fruit every day & only have constipation about once every five years but suddenly had a bad patch of it for no apparent reason.
@@sarahstrong7174 You're probably dehydrated. That can cause hard stools. Nevertheless, if you want to get things moving, I recommend drinking lots of water and taking benefiber supplements. Also drink cranberry juice. Your gut changes as you get older.
@@stealthxg5045 My gut has certainly changed. Half of it is missing now. Two sections were chopped out. I usually drink two litres of water each day, unless it is hot, when I drink more.
I took 6 Publix stool softeners yesterday and I went tonight. It was a little hard but I’m positive the stool softeners helped
Insoluable fiber . I eat Artichoke hearts quartered. I get at Aldis Green jar cap. Also Magnesium Citrate capsules, beets and prines
Taking magnesium oxide is healthy and effective, along with eating kiwi fruit. I also use a good digestive enzyme and peppermint oil pills. Having had severe IBS for 60 years, I've tried everything!
Would you mind saying what peppermint oils work well. I've tried them but they open in my stomach and burn.
I use Mag. Suph. When desperate. Tastes terrible but does work.
Ughhh i just hate constipation i must take any fibre for a bowel movement without taking it.. probably will poop after 3/4 days
My daughter who is 10yrs old is constipated. She goes once a week .I understand diet plays a major role.Fiber is key.
I was the same!! Constipated throughout my whole childhood (I'm in my 20s now) but if you find that wholewheat fibre etc is not helpful for her, then please try a gluten free/coeliac diet, as it could be those grains 'clogging' the bowels - honestly the only thing that worked for me and of course drinking fluids 😁
Yes!! Gluten messes me up so bad and causes constipation get her checked out for gluten sensitivities or allergy four causes so much constipation as can dairy
Thank you for suggestion.I had not thought about gluten.She does not eat too much diary.she does nt eat to much vegetables
@@BubblesBath I hope it will help her, it does take a few weeks (on the gluten free diet) to start noticing a difference. Also inulin powder is a good natural alternative to laxatives🤗
Sounds very similar to what I go through. Had back up for 10 + years now since I broke my back, the medical term is Neurogenetic Bowel Disfunction. Have been through all the enema's, the fibre, all the over the counters, suppositories. Nothing worked. I had to wai until it came out on its own, because of the break I had no sensation to have a bowel movement, It would be so bad that nothing moved in my colon and it would cause intense pain and ER visit, I have had sepsis a few times and spent a week in hospital 8 times since this accident happened. I had to lay in the floor just to get my back to relax but this did not help every time. I bought puppy pads and would lay in the floor in intense pain sometimes all night. If I sat on the towlet I would pass out from the pain.
I have been to every sort of doctor including my Neurologist who is the one that Dx'd me last year... about 4 months ago I sent my grandson to the store to get some milk duds, he came back with whoppers. I ate about 3/4 of a 5 oz. boox within 2 hours I was sitting on the pot going it lasted all night as I had not had bowel movement for 4 months, I was severely bloated, nauseated, passing gas but let me tell you the Whoopers worked, I was amazed no one was using them as an aid. I did some research on whoopers and found that they contain "barley malt" . I have continued to use the whoopers every month and here today I am sharing this with you because you can use the whoppers or can get some Barley Malt and take 15 m/l and it will move you... Int the past this is what people used to cure their constipation. With NO SIDE Effects. I am having 2 bowel movements a week and am eating whoopers every day, soon to purchase Barley Malt in bulk.. Hoping other will try this as IT DOES WORK, you will feel greatly revived after doing this. There is also no pain with these bowel movements. May every day be as good as today... Blessings.
I have IBS, but am extremely health conscious, I drink plenty of water, exercise, and eat nutritiously. Still, I developed a severe fecal impaction, it made me very sick- fever, nausea, horribly distended belly( like a 6 month pregnancy!) and triggered a UTI because of the pressure on my bladder. In the ER, even after an enema and suppository, there were no results- I was then given Lactolose and it caused horrible, foul, diarrhea! I am glad that this doctor is so straightforward and explains things clearly... Friends and family who have never experienced this joke about it and don't understand... Yes, this condition is embarrassing - but it is serious and one must educate themselves. I have heard about the finger dislodging method, and it makes sense, but I just can't being myself to do it! I am on day 5 of this entire episode and still feel miserable, and my primary care doctor isn't responding - I may have to go back to the ER. Also, there is a thing called paradoxical diarrhea - one can be severly constipated, with an impaction, but watery diarrhea leaks passed the blockage.
Oh my goodness! You just described exactly what is happening to me. Spent Sunday night at the ER. A CT Scan and bloodwork showed no blockage, was given a disposable enema and a dose of Lactolose. After about 2 hours, the Lactolose gave me watery diarrhea all night long. I couldn’t sleep, couldn’t pooped, felt nauseous and irritated. I’m on my 4th dosage of Lactolose, and still unable to go. I have tried Miralax, Dulcolax, Keep it Moving, Constipend, Pineapple Tea (tea used to work wonderfully), Fleet Disposable enemas, Milk of Magnesia, Magnesium, Lactolose and nothing has worked! At this point I’m desperate! I’m sorry that you are going through this, I 100% understand your concerns and frustration.
@lizzettecruz5054 I hope you will feel better soon. I am going to have to see a gastroenterologist.
The enema works as a last resort for me all the time. Usually the first time, sometimes the 2nd. I will try taking a magnesium supplement as a preventative measure.
Do you know if you can use an ear wax bulb syringe as an enema?
@@heisannhoppsann90 I don't know what it looks like, but anything that can inject water without sharp edges that can damage your skin will do. I just use a small rubber hose.
@@heisannhoppsann90you can by a hand enema syringe. Faultless makes a good one. I use it every time after a bm. It leaves a little water behind in the rectum to keep the next bm softer. It's soothing for hem too. You can add a tiny bit of salt to the water if there is bleeding.
This happened to me--twice over a few months--where nothing was moving. I was in agony. Had I gone into the ER they would have done little to help. I took magnesium citrate both times. Turned out I had a massive tumor pushing down on my digestive tract and there is no way a doctor would've helped me at the time I needed it most (I know this now post-surgery.)
Wow that's incredible. Did they take that tumor out of you??
Did the magnesiumcitrate help?
How are you now.. sounds like me.. l have lifelong issues.. l w recommend the good old Phillips Milk of Magnesium/ or
Magnesium/ ONLY CITRATE
Hope you're doing well l'm a book of constipation , sadly.. l certainly understand n love UA-cam.. Docs here in NYC , asssssholes 99% of the them
I hope you are doing well
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If you're from SE Asia like me with some lactose intolerance then cold milk works. Anal douche is very effective for me but I've only needed to use it several times. You can buy an attachment to screw onto the shower hose, be careful not to turn on the water too strongly and test the temperature first. Do not let too much water in each time and it works after a few seconds. Have a bowl ready to avoid messing up the shower floor. As for medication lactulose works gently as stool softener. Some people with chronic constipation have lost the contractility of the bowel muscles so senna might not be so effective.😮
I finally emptyed my bowls after an impacted stool, ill never be the same😭. Do lift up your legs and drink lot of water
I lost my wife to anal cancer. She did not disclose her discomfort but I could hear her crying through the bathroom door (the pain was severe). She was stubborn and held off until she had no choice but to go seek medical care.
I am so sorry for your loss. 🕯 😢
Sorry for your love one. Best wishes and Season Greetings.
@@dancingdogs958 I am so sorry for your loss. Sincerely
I'm so glad I found you. I believe my sphincter is not opening as normal. Several times I thought I'm dying. But I don't feel that way now after watching your video. My proctologist appointment is over a month away. I'm going to try your suggestions in the meantime. Most of the OTC give me side effects like tremors. So I'm not taking them unless absolutely necessary. ❤
Wow. I have literally tried everything except the finger. All the OTC meds. Warm prune juice. Smooth move tea. Prunes. 35 grams of fiber a day. It's definitely emotional because it started when I was diagnosed with cancer. My yoga teacher told me I am in constant "fight or flight." And the treatment meds made it sooooo much worse. I now take laculose daily - try to adjust the dosage so I'm not taking the max daily but sometimes it is needed. Pooping in a warm bath is an idea except for cleaning the tub.... good luck to anyone else in my situation.
actually, if you need an enema and don't have access to a person or equipment to assist, that is a great idea.... just relax let water into the rectum... wait a little longer.... and results.
Never thought of that method before... tks.
@@briantschayot what is effective also is an enema of warm water and mineral oil, or straight mineral oil to lubricate the rectum.
I bought a rebounder recently to help remove toxins. Have no idea if it's moving out any extra toxins, but it didn't take long to realize that if I feel a little backed up, a minute or 2 on the rebounder really moves things along and loads up the chamber.
Load up the chamber ! Good one 😂
Hi what’s a rebounder and where can I get one
@@judyclarke1351it's a small trampoline, that Is small enough to have inside.
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Yea. I’m wayyy past the “try NOT to get constipated” in the first place.
It’s HUGE and it HURTS BAD RIGHT NOW. 😢😢😢😢
Thinking about 😮calling the dr.
How are you? Try prune juice?
Me too.suffer from constipations.82 yrs of old , please give me advice ..
Try oral Magnesium Citrate vitamin pill at night. Start with 200 mg and increase to 400 mg or until desired result. It also will help you relax and sleep better and can decrease blood pressure and help with Vitamin D bioavailability
HELP!!! Ok time for my finger 😢. I had spine surgery 4 days ago, and the narcotics have completely bunged me up… I’ve tried everything and ok (God am I admitting this??) I used a finger and felt HARD 💩. I’ll keep at it 😢Thank God you’re here Dr and community members…. ( I’m new today as I was desperately trying to find help) I’ll report back when things are better 😢
Two years ago had to use my little finger. Stool was like hard clay. Took me 2 hours starting with small pea sized pieces interspersed with warm tap water enemas. The "leading edge" was hard, eventually became soft stool and then moved by itself.
@@kwhatten my doctor had an absolute fit and said it’s very dangerous! He told me to use Dulcalax and sure enough days of narcotic constipation I had completely emptied within 30 minutes of chewing two of them. I’d tried everything including an entire bottle of warmed up prune juice. So Dulcalax is a game changer!!
Hi. I find that using a fleet enema, I throw out about 1/2 of the liquid away and mix in olive oil. Shake very well, insert, squeeze in the mixture then quickly refill the same enema bottle with warm water...this works beautifully every time. Just bring a knife with you bcz you may hv to chop up what comes out so that you wont clog your toilet and so that flushing will be drama free. Take care
Me too , after my surgery I’ve been going through it 😢
@@seancobaine8623 hey. was in the same exact position you were in. i was embarrassed to try the fleet eneam method (empty out half of the liquid and replace with olive oil. mix the solution well and insert into rectal area. then immediately use another bottle filled with warm water and then hold on to your seat bcz you will release EVERYTHING out of your behind. And so your body doesn't get dependent on the solution the fleet enema comes with, use warm tap water every few days as needed. I'm telling you, you'll even sleep.10xs better. Take care & hope u have a FAST recovery.
Losing my gallbladder took me from chronic constipation to chronic diarrhea.
Things that work for me, although i don't take them for constipation , never the less they move the bowels, or help:
a) 1.5 litres of water with lemon/lime and little salt(but enough) on empty stomach before exercise. Add some olive oil it ll act like lubricant.
If the electrolyte drink is Salty enough will prevent the fast absorption of the water and oil.
b) Black - black coffee under similar conditions, 20-30 minutes before a morning walking or jogging.
c) lots and lots of water ..6-7 litres a day. water is absorbed quickly, so you must be drinking water frequently through out the day to keep hydrating the food in your bowels.
d) Eat a ketonic diet. Protein and fats will be absorbed near completely. So even if you are constipated, the volume of the food will be decreasing with time, until it reduced to near nothing, not stuck and getting drier and drier.
Hydration is the best solution
After my second experience with the dreaded 'stink finger' incident, I found a routine that's worked extremly well for me for 2 years now.
Having an 'elongated colon' @68 years of age, i was chronically constipated. After a colonoscopy, that doctor has had me on miralax every day; however, miralax alone did not seem to help much at all so I added my own secret to colon success, for me.
After eating my one meal a day, i also eat 3-4 cups of store-bought Bran Flakes, topped with sun-maid raisens and sometimes with frozen strawberries or blueberries and then wet it with homeade milk that i create using watered down Heavy Whipping Cream, sweetened with a little stevia - and I drink More Than Enough Water! I've done this for 2 years and as a result - i almost always have a productive '2-flusher' BM each and every day!
Even though those processed bran flakes are not ideal, it really does do the trick. This has worked out better while continuing with the miralax.
Are bran flakes not bulking up and constipating more?? 🤔
All Bran cereal is totally bran. You can eat it with water to soften, or add a little creamer to flavor.
Thank you, this sounds yummy, what a good crowd this is .
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Lord Jesus be our protector and our strength through all our trials and tribulation. 🙏 🙏
It sucks!!! Help us God 😢
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Great video doc,very informative,thank you from a person that suffers from constipation,,,
Thank you so much for the material, Dr. I needed the info. SCI patient. 😊. Addicted to Macaroni.. First step is admitting it. All notifications checked
When I was younger I had the worst constipation, which made my eyes yellow, my skin was getting yellowish, and believe it or not, I did not go to washroom for about 10 days. I went to doctor and after check up he was surprised and gave me a very tiny yellow tablet and a very small cup full of " Liquid Paraffin oil " wow believe me in half an hour I could see the world like bright and so comfortable.
.but wasnt it sore when u pooped, didnt blood come out
I have constipation and control it by being a carnivore. And buy stool softener for when I have to eat veggies and carbs. Just plan ahead two days.
Went to emergency room, they just sent me home even though stool was still there. Just see your doctor. Had to wait 6 weeks for appointment. Heathcare Sucks near me
Truly an amazing doctor.I wish we had many more like you.God bless and keep you well always ❤
Unbeknownst to most people, Elvis Pressley had this issue requiring the finger technique. He had a section of his colon that simply did not contract at all since birth. His mother used her finger when he was a child and, I assume, he learned to do it himself. This from his doctor via a book by Mary Roach.
Elvis constipation came from the opioids he was addicted to
Mother's little finger.