Greetings from Prayagraj. I am male having 56years. I am having constipation problems especially after my Covid disease in 2021. Kindly guide what precautions are to be taken ?
Ans: Hello. Constipation is a common problem and largely has to do with diet. Increase fibre content, like salads, veggies and whole grain foods like oats. Increase water intake if it is less than 2 litre per day. Avoid maida containing products. Also you may need to create a routine for daily bowel regulation. For eg, wake up in the morning, drink a glass of warm water, wait for a bit of pressure and use the toilet. Make this a daily routine. Usually if you follow the same routine daily, it will become a habit and constipation will settle. If you need further consultation and medications please reach out to your physician or you can consult me online.