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Constipation
Constipation in the Elderly
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My mom has not had a BM. Not sure how long. What foods and drinks can I give her to help the process of her having a BM?
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gladimhere
Answered Jan 2022
My father is 92 1/2, mentally sound, but consumed by his health. Now 36 hrs since he's had a bowel movement- bowel obstruction?
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lindaz
Replied Nov 2021
My grandmother was put on hospice after a fall she had. After having a 2nd fall, she has not had a bowel movement w/o disimpaction. Any suggestions?
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Cover99
Replied Mar 2022
Any advice on enemas?
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Katefalc
Replied Mar 2022
What can you do for constipation in the late stages of an Alzheimer's patient?
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bridges
Answered Nov 2016
Dad has dementia. Why was he completely normal and okay when he got flu last week?
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SnoopyLove
Answered Feb 2018
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My mom gets "morning sickness," Has anyone else experienced this with a parent?
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Mimi58
Answered Jul 2018
300-500mg of Magnesium citrate to keep bowels moving OR NOT?
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JoAnn29
Answered Jan 2020
How long should a frail woman sit to wait for a BM with prolapse bladder?
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JoAnn29
Replied Jan 2019
Trying to titrate an exact amount of senna?
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Learn2Cope
Replied Dec 2021
Has anyone witnessed strange toileting behaviors?
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Katefalc
Answered Oct 2021
Sensitive subject warning: Mother in law (83) refuses to make the effort to poop. Any advice?
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CTTN55
Answered Mar 2021
My mother has a new ileostomy bag and is refusing to go to the hospital. What do I do?
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elaine1962
Replied Oct 2020
I need help or advice. I have been married for 56 wonderful years. My wife has Alzheimers, diagnosed over 8 years ago. Is this a habit?
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SeanGA
Answered Nov 2021
Why are some weeks worse than others? It seems to cycle.
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lealonnie1
Answered Mar 2022
More fiber, more soaked ground flax, more veggies causes stool to be firmer, requiring more liquid. So what's the ratio to keep stool soft?
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dlpandjep
Answered Nov 2018
Any suggestions for dealing with constipation?
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PatienceSD
Answered Dec 2019
My mom is on day 6 with no bowel movement?
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jjariz
Answered Dec 2017
My mom and I are having an issue with her need to go to the bathroom. They tell her she has to wait. How do I handle this?
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C
cwillie
Answered Dec 2017
Could a doctor or professional please answer this question. My mom thinks she is constipated but isn't.
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SueC1957
Answered Jan 2018
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