What should I do if I can’t poop?

Functional constipation or organic constipation can be considered, and can be intervened through dietary regulation, exercise, medication and surgery.
1. Dietary regulation: It is recommended to drink at least 1.5~2L of water per day, so that the stools can be loosened and discharged more easily. Dietary advice to eat high-fiber foods, such as pears, apples with skin, bananas, peas, broccoli, turnips, potatoes, oats, brown rice, whole wheat bread, etc., may help the bowel movement.
2. Exercise: Exercise may help to increase the function of intestinal peristalsis, which can be exercised by running, jumping rope, playing ball and so on to help the bowel movement.
3. Medication: If the above ways cannot relieve constipation, you can use lactulose, senna, keserol and other medications under the guidance of a doctor to help pass stools.
4. Surgical treatment: some patients can’t pass stools with intestinal tumors, etc. We need to clarify the specific cause of the disease, and choose colon resection and other treatments.
There are many reasons for not being able to pass stools, and in serious cases, it is recommended to consult a doctor in a timely manner, under the guidance of a professional physician for clear diagnosis and treatment, and the above medications are recommended to be used in accordance with the doctor’s instructions.