Constipation is not a trivial matter. Be careful when your intestines turn black.
Many people suffer from constipation for a long time and take various laxatives in turn. However, after going to the hospital for examination, the attending doctor told them that it was colonic melanosis.
This disease sounds quite scary. In fact, it is caused by a layer of melanin deposited on the intestinal mucosa, which makes the intestines look black.
It is not a malignant tumor, but it should not be taken lightly.
For example, this disease, according to Dr. Zhou Xiaogang, is a disease that is prone to occur in people over the age of 60. There are more men suffering from this disease than women.
The most terrible thing is that the peristalsis of the intestines will become slower and slower, defecation will become increasingly difficult, and the bloated stomach will make people feel extremely uncomfortable.
Many people think that taking some laxatives can solve the problem, but they don’t know that the more they take, the worse it becomes.
If you have a similar situation, don’t panic for now. Many people’s symptoms can be gradually improved by making adjustments to their diet and living habits.
Eat the right food and your intestines will "bathe" by themselves
If you have colon melanosis, the most critical step is to Discontinue laxatives .
Those who have been taking senna, rhubarb, and aloe vera capsules for a long time must make up their mind to quit.
At this time Diet therapy It comes in handy.
Eat more vegetables and fruits rich in vitamins, such as spinach, broccoli, dragon fruit and kiwi. The dietary fiber in these foods can help soften stool.
Make sure to drink enough 1,500 to 2,000 milliliters of water at all times, of which warm water is the most suitable choice. If you drink a glass of water on an empty stomach after getting up in the morning, it can stimulate the peristalsis of the intestines.
You can also eat some whole grains and beans in moderation, such as oats, sweet potatoes, and brown rice, instead of refined white rice and noodles.
A relative of mine used this treatment. After two months, his bowel movements became smoother and his stomach no longer felt bloated.
But be aware that dietary therapy is not immediate and requires patience.
Exercise and massage to make the intestines move
Eating alone is not enough, you must make your intestines move.
Continuous exercise every day does not require intense exercise, such as fast walking, slow running, and Tai Chi, which can last for about half an hour each time.
Do not sit or lie down immediately after a meal. Taking a walk can promote gastrointestinal motility.
There is another very effective method, which is abdominal massage .
Just before going to sleep at night, lie flat on the bed, use your palms to rub your belly in a clockwise direction with your navel as the center, for five to ten minutes each time.
The intensity should be even and not too heavy.
This method can directly stimulate the intestines and help defecation.
I know an old Chinese medicine doctor who highly recommends this kind of physical therapy, saying it is much safer than taking medicine.
With the previous dietary adjustments, many people no longer need to rely on laxatives.
If it's serious, seek medical treatment. Don't carry it yourself.
If after two or three months of treatment with the help of diet and exercise, the constipation and bloating still show no significant signs of improvement, or if a more serious situation occurs, such as constant pain in the stomach, blood stains in the stool, or weight loss for no reason, then in this case, you must go to the hospital for treatment.
Speaking of this, doctor Zhou Xiaogang pointed out that extremely severe cases of colonic melanosis may lead to colon stenosis to the extent of edema, colon polyps, and even increase the possibility of colon cancer.
At this time, the doctor may prescribe some medicine according to the situation. Gastrointestinal motility drugs Come and help.
However, remember that any drug must be used under the guidance of a doctor. Never go to a drugstore and buy it randomly.
In addition, patients with colonic melanosis are prone to low calcium, low potassium, and low sodium. They can usually eat some bananas to supplement, usually eat some soy products to supplement, and usually drink some milk to supplement.
It is also important to have regular colonoscopy checks to see how your intestines are recovering.
Stick to it for three months and your intestines will thank you
Most people can gradually get better if they follow the right approach, although melanosis may sound a little scary.
Stop taking laxatives, eat more fruits, vegetables and whole grains, increase water intake, increase the frequency of exercise, and use abdominal massage to assist. These may seem like ordinary things, but if you continue to do so, the results will be extremely good.
Remember, intestinal recovery takes time, don't expect to reverse it in three to five days.
Set a small goal for yourself and stick to it for three months. You will find that your bowel movements will become smoother, your stomach will no longer be bloated, and you will feel much more relaxed.
If there are friends around you who are also suffering from constipation, then forward this article to them so that more people can reduce the number of detours.
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