What to do about constipation after bowel removal

Constipation after intestinal resection can be improved by adjusting diet, paying attention to rest, regular defecation, taking medication and so on. 1. Regulate diet: Every day can be appropriate intake of crude fiber food or vegetables and fruits, postoperative intake of crude fiber food, is conducive to stimulate gastrointestinal peristalsis, so as to alleviate the constipation of the situation. 2. Pay attention to rest: patients must pay attention to the combination of work and rest in daily life, avoid excessive exercise or strenuous work. You can use both hands to press on the abdomen to massage the abdomen, can also achieve the purpose of promoting gastrointestinal peristalsis, and ultimately improve the constipation. 3. Regular defecation: Many patients will significantly reduce their activities after the surgery of bowel resection, which will cause constipation for a long time. It is recommended to develop the habit of regular bowel movement and exercise properly every day, so as to promote gastrointestinal peristalsis. Because regular bowel movements will make the brain produce appropriate instructions to go to the bowel at a fixed time every day, which can help relieve constipation. When constipation occurs after bowel removal, it is recommended to contact the doctor in charge to clarify the cause and follow the doctor’s instructions for disposal.