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Can't poop but always feeling hungry

Jun 01, 2023 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhou Chao
Introduction
In general, not having bowel movements while constantly feeling hungry may be caused by factors such as constipation, indigestion, or intestinal obstruction. Patients can receive symptomatic treatment based on the specific cause. Besides these three conditions, other possible causes include hypothyroidism, diabetes, and colon cancer. It is recommended that patients seek timely medical evaluation and treatment.

Generally, not having a bowel movement while constantly feeling hungry may be caused by factors such as constipation, indigestion, or intestinal obstruction. Patients can receive symptomatic treatment based on the specific cause. Detailed analysis is as follows:

1. Constipation

Frequently being picky about food and avoiding vegetables and fruits may slow gastrointestinal motility, leading to difficulties in defecation or incomplete bowel movements. After defecation, due to decreased pressure in the colon, patients may experience feelings of hunger. It is recommended that patients use medications such as Bifidobacterium live bacteria powder or Xingpi Yang'er Granules under medical guidance, and avoid being selective with food.

2. Indigestion

Eating excessive amounts of food at one time may increase the burden on the gastrointestinal tract, weakening its digestive and absorptive capacity, resulting in difficulty in defecation and frequent hunger. It is recommended that patients use medications such as Compound Pepsin Capsules or Bacillus subtilis bichimeric live bacteria granules under medical supervision, and avoid overeating.

3. Intestinal Obstruction

Conditions such as intestinal adhesions, volvulus, or intussusception may lead to intestinal obstruction, disrupting normal digestive system function and causing difficulty in defecation and sensations of hunger. It is recommended that patients use medications such as Cisapride tablets or Lactulose oral solution under medical guidance, and drink plenty of water.

Besides the above three causes, other conditions such as hypothyroidism, diabetes, or colon cancer may also be responsible. Patients are advised to seek timely medical evaluation and treatment.


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