Constipation and bloating.

Hi 

I don’t actually know much about laxatives but bowel cancer can certainly cause bloating . It’s one of the signs to look out for .

Have you got a treatment plan yet ?

Please feel free to ask any questions. It’s what we are here for to share experiences and that allows others to get more information for themselves .

Hope your doing ok .

Court 

Hi , I was in a similar situation, as the moviprep for the colonoscopy seemed to have ripped my guts out, and aggravated the tumour. A low fibre diet and the doctor suggested lactulose, seemed to work. Laxido was used after the op, though the collecterol surgeon prefers sodium software. Yes I've been through a few different ones!!

So court is correct, it can be a symptom, but I think the moviprep has a lot to answer for. Ask away if you have any other questions, someone is bound to answer!

Hi, I’m 2 plus year post surgery and living with constipation and bloating. Laxatives seem to have a  different effect on everyone. The side effects of  Laxido and lactolose are bloating. There are  others out there such as Milk of Magnesia and Senna which you could try, . I have a stoma so I can also irrigate which enables me to keep an eye on constipation warnings. I’m currently trying bisocodyl which is a stimulant and keeps things moving along. Questions to ask yourself though are you getting enough exercise, fibre, fruit and drinking plenty at least 2 litres per day more if your working hard in warm weather. Cut down on coffee/tea maybe. Have you looked at foods that cause gas such as beans, fish, cabbage etc that add to bloating.  Hopefully it’ll resolve soon. Very frustrating though.