Patient's question:
Recently, my roommate bought a lot of cookies and shared them with us. Since eating the cookies, I haven't had a bowel movement for five days. I'm too afraid to tell my mom I'm constipated. Do cookies cause constipation?Doctor's answer:
Now that you already have constipation, you should not eat crackers anymore. You should eat more foods that are good for your intestines. Drinking more water can help clean out your gastrointestinal tract. Eating more fresh vegetables, fruits, and foods rich in dietary fiber can also alleviate constipation symptoms. If the constipation is quite severe, you can ask your doctor to prescribe Guodao tablets, lactulose, or suppositories for bowel movement relief. It is important to develop good bowel habits and try to reduce the recurrence of constipation.