Dr. P Says: Constipation Can Become Serious Faster Than People Realize 🚽

Let’s normalize talking about gut health.

Because some of y’all have not used the bathroom in DAYS…
and are walking around acting like that is completely normal. 😩

Dr. P Says:
Constipation is common.
But severe constipation should NOT be ignored.

At Outlier Health & Wellness, many adults and seniors in Queens and New York City struggle with constipation due to:

• Low water intake
• Poor diet
• Certain medications
• Chronic illness
• Limited mobility
• Lack of fiber
• Stress
• Ignoring the urge to go

And yes…
some medications can absolutely slow the bowels down.

Symptoms that should NOT be ignored:

🚩 No bowel movement for several days
🚩 Severe bloating
🚩 Nausea or vomiting
🚩 Abdominal pain
🚩 Hard stools with straining
🚩 Loss of appetite
🚩 Blood in the stool

Dr. P Says:

Your digestive system affects your entire body.

Constipation can lead to:

• Hemorrhoids
• Fecal impaction
• Worsening abdominal pain
• Poor appetite
• Hospital visits in severe cases

Especially in seniors, bowel health matters more than people realize.

Dr. P’s Tips:

✔️ Drink more water
✔️ Increase fiber slowly
✔️ Stay active
✔️ Do not ignore bowel changes
✔️ Discuss medication side effects with your provider

Your body should not feel miserable every day.

Serving adults and seniors in Fresh Meadows with primary care, chronic disease management, telehealth, and home visits.

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