I had an accident and fractured my right hand, which required 3 to 4 days of bed rest in the hospital. Now I am experiencing constipation. Laxilose did not help, and Cremaffin also did not give relief. What should I do?
Constipation after an injury or hospital bed rest is common because reduced movement, pain medicines, and changes in diet can slow bowel movement, and if both Laxilose and Cremaffin have not helped, your stool may be very hard or your bowel may need additional support, so drinking plenty of water, increasing natural fiber from fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, taking short gentle walks as allowed, and keeping regular meal and toilet timings may help, and sometimes other options like bulk forming laxatives, stool softeners, or osmotic agents are used depending on the cause. Still, these should only be taken under medical supervision, so please consult your doctor to reassess your condition, determine whether any tests or medication adjustments are needed, and guide you toward the safest and most effective treatment plan.