URINE TROUBLE because of your POOP?! | How to get rid of constipation ft. Dr. Kumkum Patel | IG Live
What is constipation exactly? And how does it occur? How can it affect you and your urine? We answer these questions and more, in this November Bladder Health Month Instagram Live!
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Timestamps
0:00 Introduction
1:09 How constipation affects bladder function
2:07 What is constipation?
3:39 How to get rid of constipation?
4:26 How pelvic floor dysfunction affects your bladder and bowels
6:02 When do you do a colonoscopy for constipation?
6:40 What is anorectal manometry?
8:53 What laxatives do you recommend?
10:06 How much fiber do you need?
12:46 How do you manage children with constipation?
14:17 What if you can’t afford pelvic floor physical therapy?
15:20 Not everyone should do kegel exercises!
15:49 What about ginger and peppermint oil for hard stools?
16:17 When should you see a gastroenterologist?
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