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constipated...

any suggestions?
julie
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Tell your mother to relax. Occasional constipation, even for a couple of days, is uncomfortable, but not uncommon. She is smart to stay in touch with her DRs. During my treatment I swung between running to the bathroom and being constipated. I found that moderate activity (walking, jogging) would often help. Also, sometimes the laxative takes awhile to work with our modified systems. Drink plenty of fluids and relax. Everything will be fine.
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thanks runnerz - words of wisdom. im sure she'll be back on track soon. she sways from being constipated and running to the washroom. thanks for your helpRunnerZ said:Tell your mother to relax. Occasional constipation, even for a couple of days, is uncomfortable, but not uncommon. She is smart to stay in touch with her DRs. During my treatment I swung between running to the bathroom and being constipated. I found that moderate activity (walking, jogging) would often help. Also, sometimes the laxative takes awhile to work with our modified systems. Drink plenty of fluids and relax. Everything will be fine.
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Hi Julie,
Unfortunately, there are good days and bad days with this diagnosis. I too have alternated between running and waiting, but I now understand that is just part of this new life we must live.
I too agree that its prudent to keep your mom's doctors in the loop.
I know its hard sometimes, but keep the faith, stay positive and believe that your mother and you are stronger than this or any disease. The power of the mind is facinating. My prayers and positive thoughts are with you both,
Happy Holidays
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thanks lisa. happy holidays to you too!!Fitlisa said:Hi Julie,
Unfortunately, there are good days and bad days with this diagnosis. I too have alternated between running and waiting, but I now understand that is just part of this new life we must live.
I too agree that its prudent to keep your mom's doctors in the loop.
I know its hard sometimes, but keep the faith, stay positive and believe that your mother and you are stronger than this or any disease. The power of the mind is facinating. My prayers and positive thoughts are with you both,
Happy Holidays
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hi julie,
there is a product that I really like called CleanseMore by ReNewLife. I get it at a vitamin shop or coop. It is not a laxative which are harmful in the long run. They make for a lazy colon. The CleanseMore encourages parastalsis (sp?) of the colon by using herbs. No senna. It really works. It was developed by a colon therapist.
Worth a try.
peace, emily
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