Patient's question:
Female, 29 years old, pregnant for over two months, experiencing severe morning sickness, unable to eat properly every day, vomiting after dinner, feeling very pitiful, looking very frail. How should severe constipation be managed during pregnancy?Doctor's answer:
It is recommended to start with dietary adjustment. Eat more vegetables and fruits, drink plenty of water. In the morning, you can soak a cup of honey in warm water to drink. Avoid spicy and greasy foods. You can gently massage the navel in a clockwise direction. If there is no improvement and you have the urge to defecate but cannot, you can use a bar of soap sharpened to insert into the rectum to facilitate bowel movement. If there is no urge to defecate, you can take Duphalac to induce bowel movement. These two types of substances do not affect the baby's growth and development. Fruits such as cooked bananas, pears, grapes, etc., can be eaten more. It is recommended to take a walk after meals, and at the same time, massage the navel in a clockwise direction after meals to promote gastrointestinal movement. If there is still no improvement, you can take Duphalac to induce bowel movement. This medication has a minimal impact on fetal growth and development.