What should I do if I can't defecate due to insufficient gastric motility?

Generally, insufficient gastric motility refers to slowed gastrointestinal peristalsis, causing food to remain in the intestines for too long and leading to symptoms such as constipation. This condition can usually be relieved through dietary adjustments, physical exercise, and medication. Specific approaches are as follows:

1. Dietary Adjustment

The diet should include more foods rich in dietary fiber, such as vegetables, fruits, and whole wheat bread, which help promote intestinal peristalsis and relieve constipation. In addition, excessive intake of fatty and sugary foods should be avoided to prevent increasing the burden on the intestines.

2. Physical Exercise

Appropriate physical activity can enhance intestinal peristalsis, accelerate digestion and elimination of food, and alleviate constipation. It is recommended to engage in moderate daily aerobic exercises such as walking, jogging, or swimming.

3. Medication

Commonly used medications include prokinetic agents and laxatives. Prokinetic drugs, such as domperidone tablets, enhance gastrointestinal motility, accelerate digestion and elimination of food, and thereby relieve constipation. Laxatives, such as lactulose solution, increase water content in the intestines, soften stools, and facilitate bowel movements.

In addition to the above common methods, treatments such as acupuncture and traditional Chinese medicine regulation may also be used to promote smooth flow of qi and blood, strengthen spleen and stomach function, and alleviate constipation.