Restoring Regularity and Comfort
Dr. Tushar Madake offers comprehensive care for chronic constipation, moving beyond simple laxatives to diagnose and treat underlying causes, from motility disorders to pelvic floor dysfunction.
Constipation is a common but often misunderstood condition. It's not just about infrequent bowel movements; it can also involve straining, a feeling of incomplete evacuation, or passing hard, lumpy stools. Chronic constipation can significantly impact quality of life.
Common Causes
- Low fiber diet and inadequate fluid intake
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Medications (painkillers, some antidepressants)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS-C)
- Pelvic floor dysfunction (dyssynergic defecation)
When to See a Specialist
- Symptoms lasting more than 3 months
- Over-reliance on laxatives
- Blood in the stool
- Unexplained weight loss
- Severe abdominal pain
Dr. Madake's Advanced Approach to Constipation
We go beyond standard treatments to find the right solution for you.
- Comprehensive Evaluation: We take a detailed history, including bowel habits, diet, and medication use, and perform a physical exam.
- Diagnostic Testing (if needed): For complex cases, we may recommend specialized tests like anorectal manometry (to assess pelvic floor muscles), colonic transit study (to see how fast stool moves), or defecography (to visualize the process of evacuation).
- Personalized Treatment Plan: Based on the diagnosis, we tailor treatment. This may include:
- Dietary and Lifestyle Modifications: Increasing fiber, hydration, and exercise.
- Medication Management: Using newer, non-habit-forming medications like lubiprostone or linaclotide for chronic constipation or IBS-C.
- Biofeedback Therapy: For pelvic floor dysfunction, we can refer you to biofeedback therapy, which is highly effective in retraining the muscles used for defecation.
- Weaning from Laxatives: Dr. Madake provides a structured plan to safely reduce dependence on stimulant laxatives.
With the right diagnosis and a personalized plan, Dr. Madake can help you overcome chronic constipation and restore normal bowel function.