What should be done if a postpartum woman has dry stools and cannot defecate?
Disease description:
I am a postpartum woman experiencing severe constipation with difficulty passing stool, which is significantly affecting my daily life. What should I do?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Cheng Yicheng
If a postpartum woman experiences dry and difficult bowel movements, the condition can be improved by drinking more water, which helps promote gastrointestinal motility and, to some extent, soften the stool. If symptoms are relatively severe, medications such as lactulose oral solution may be appropriately used under medical guidance for regulation and treatment. In daily life, it is also recommended to eat more light and easily digestible foods.
