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kevin66749
kevin66749

Can consipation cause urine problems like lack of flow and always going

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  • jane48558
    jane48558 kevin66749

    Posted

    Yes, I think it can do both.  I would see a GP asap, as it sounds as though you may have an impaction - something I've just recovered from myself.  Good luck!
  • Ozram
    Ozram kevin66749

    Posted

    Yes, it can.

    It is particularly difficult to urinate when you feel the urge to use the bathroom but can't because of constipation, especially faecal impaction.

    The muscles used in both acts have similar functions, hence why getting the flow going is more difficult.

    I would see your GP as soon as possible. Meanwhile, you could try some Lactulose to help draw fluid into your stool.

    Although for faecal impaction (if its severe) a mini enema or suppository are the likeliest solutions (your GP will determine this).

    Simple lifestyle changes like light exercise, drinking plenty of water and eating wholesome fibrous food can help in the long-term.

    • kevin66749
      kevin66749 Ozram

      Posted

      Thanks for reply i went to docs today and said it could be this
  • pearljamman
    pearljamman kevin66749

    Posted

    Hi there, constipation can cause lots of GI symtoms as it progresses including that. Feel free to ask anything i'd be glad to help.
  • janice33981
    janice33981 kevin66749

    Posted

    Yes it can affect urine flow. My child had this problem and was very

    Impacted, resulting in her having picolax to shift the blockage. This

    Treatment worked. She now takes movicol to keep water in the bowel

    And dulcolax at night. Had no problems since. Visit your G P asap as this can only get worse. Hope you get sorted.

    • pearljamman
      pearljamman janice33981

      Posted

      You replied to the wrong person, i do not have urinary issues. Thx tho.
    • pearljamman
      pearljamman kevin66749

      Posted

      Idk. Never for me. I actually am trying it again because the milk of magnesi. Caused me kidney stones. Woke me up out of my sleep last night. I have been worried about that too. Its odd. I hope the miralax works for me this time as wellvas you Kev. I need to take it every 12hrs i guess.
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