What to do if constipation occurs after cerebral infarction

Constipation after cerebral infarction can be treated by medication, defecation rehabilitation training and acupuncture. It is recommended that patients with cerebral infarction who suffer from constipation should choose the appropriate treatment under the guidance of physicians. 1. Medication: Patients can choose enemas and suppositories (such as glycerin and other drugs), which can lubricate and stimulate the intestinal wall and soften the feces. Pro-secretory drugs such as linaclotide can also be used to achieve defecation by stimulating the secretion of intestinal fluids. In addition, prokinetic drugs such as Prucalopride can be considered to increase intestinal motility. 2. Defecation rehabilitation training: For patients whose defecation function is affected by the infarcted area, it is recommended to have a professional rehabilitation trainer guide the defecation training as soon as possible to exercise the function of pelvic floor muscles and anal sphincter, so as to achieve the effect of restoring the defecation function. 3. Acupuncture and moxibustion treatment: When patients with cerebral infarction suffer from constipation, acupuncture and moxibustion can be used to stimulate specific acupoints to promote the recovery of defecation function, such as Changqiang point, Tianshu point, and Shangjiuxu point. When constipation occurs in patients with cerebral infarction, it is recommended that a professional doctor formulate a diagnosis and treatment plan according to the individual’s situation, and do not blindly use drugs.