Do not use enemas or strong laxatives regularly. They stretch the bowel, injuring its muscles and make following a regular program more difficult. A mild laxative may be taken occasionally when needed. HOWEVER, drinking more liquid and eating food high in fibre is usually enough.
- A small amount of liquid stool (diarrhoea) may be a sign of impacted bowel. A ball of hard stool may get stuck in the gut and only liquid leaks around it. This is called ‘SPURIOUS DIARRHOEA’.
- Do not take medicine to stop this diarrhoea as this could make it worse. Try to get the impacted pieces of stools out with a finger.
- If there is bright red blood in the stool, probably a blood vessel was injured in the program. BE MORE GENTLE ! If there is dark blood or if the stools are dark and tar like seek medical advice.
A bowel program may at first seem difficult and messy. But it soon becomes an easy habit. It is very important for both your health and social well-being. You should be regular.
