I have been having stomach aches and bloating as well as difficulty having a bowel movement for a few weeks now?

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Hello , I have been having stomach pains and bloating as well as difficulty having a bowel movement for a few weeks. I notice that when I eat, it goes away and then comes back. I do not take any medication on a regular basis. Hello, the laxaday helped me a lot. But if not, I did not try anything else.

Naji-tom Samaha · Accepted Answer

Hi, ma'am, Have you tried anything for the difficulty in having a bowel movement? Have you been able to identify foods or situations that trigger or worsen this? Thanks for the feedback! Lax-A-Day is indeed my first recommendation for constipation. Often, bloating is caused by constipation. If it persists despite constipation relief, we should try to find a possible cause. What I suggest for the next 4 to 6 weeks is to keep a journal where you write down everything you eat and the quantities, but also the activities you undertake, and your state of mind (fatigue, stress, etc.). In the second column you could write down the occurrence and extent of the symptoms. We could then identify some possible causes. This may take several weeks so I suggest being diligent. If no cause can be suggested, I suggest consulting a physician to get a thorough evaluation of the situation. I hope I have been helpful and remain available if you have any further questions! Sincerely, Tom Samaha, pharmacist