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Lower abdomen Pain
I was having constipation after eating kuttu atta. Now I when i eat heavy outside food I get pain in lower abdomen muscles. Is this due to strained muscles. I pushed bowel hard when constipated. Anything I can do to make it better?
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We can treat this by some ayurvedic classical medicines First we have to do proper physical examination, where the pain exactly feels
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Here you can do , which will ease your symptoms
1) Drink plenty of water
2) Start a Fiber diet( Fruits, vegetables)
3) Don't stress more while passing stools
4) Should stop eating outside food
5) Avoid eating maida foods
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This is likely muscle strain from straining during constipation + bowel-related discomfort after heavy meals.
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-Tablet lactulose syrup 15–30 mL at bedtime daily for 5–7 days
-Tablet dicycloverine 10 mg SOS up to 2–3 times/day for pain
-Increase fiber intake (psyllium husk 1–2 tsp at night with water)
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-Drink 2–3 liters water daily
-Avoid straining during stool
-Take regular meals, avoid heavy oily outside food
-Start light physical activity daily
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Start high fiber diet
Syr looz 20ml twice daily
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If you want to discuss your problem in more detail, feel free to message me on WhatsApp at nine one one nine two five five six nine nine for a detailed discussion
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Have cremaffin plus
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Duphalac syr15 ml at night after dinner for 5 days followed by isabgol husk two teaspoon two times for 20 days. Its a herbal product non habit forming.
Tab meftal spas ds two times a day after food for 3to5 days
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The pain is due to abdominal strain from the pressure you used to pass stool when you were constipated.
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It will heal with rest.Avoid heavy lifting or exercises for a few days until you heal. Apply a warm heating pad to your lower abdomen for 15 minutes.Take a stretch to relieve trapped gas. Increase fiber-rich foods like fruits vegetables gradually.Drink at least 8â10 glasses of water daily. Fiber requires significant water to stay soft or else, it can make constipation worse. Limit heavy outside foods, fried items, and dairy until your abdomen feels stable. Use a toilet stool (like a Squatty Potty) to raise your knees above your hips.This relaxes the muscles around the anus, making it easier to go without pushing
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Kuttu Atta is high in fiber, adding it too much at once caused clogging may be you dint drink enough water
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Stay hydrated ,eat fibre enriched diet like (papaya ,banana )and probiotics like (curd,buttermilk) to avoid constipation.
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avoid eating junk foods
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It appears that your symptoms are a mechanical result of the intense straining you experienced during your recent bout of constipation.
How Kuttu Atta and Straining Caused This:
The Initial Strain: Kuttu atta is very high in fiber. If consumed without significantly increasing your water intake, it can lead to 'bulky' stools that are difficult to pass. Pushing hard to move these stools (the Valsalva maneuver) can cause a rectus sheath strain or micro-tears in the lower abdominal muscle fibers.
The 'Heavy Food' Trigger: When you eat heavy or large meals now, your stomach and intestines physically expand (distend). This internal expansion pushes outward against those recently injured abdominal muscles. This stretching of the 'sore' muscle fibers is likely what you are feeling as pain.
Is it Muscular or Something Else?
To help differentiate, you can perform a simple 'self-test':
The Muscle Test: While lying flat on your back, try to lift your head and shoulders off the floor (like a partial sit-up). If this action reproduces the exact pain you feel after eating, the cause is muscular.
The Touch Test: If the area feels tender when you press on it with your fingers, it points toward a muscle wall injury.
The Internal Test: If the pain is accompanied by deep bloating, acidity, or a 'burning' sensation inside, it may be related to gastritis or intestinal irritation from the heavy food itself.
Recommended Plan for Recovery:
Abdominal Rest: Avoid heavy lifting, sudden twisting, or core exercises for the next 7–10 days to allow the muscle fibers to knit back together.
Hydration is Key: Since Kuttu atta affected you this way, ensure you drink at least 3 liters of water daily to keep your digestion smooth and avoid any further straining.
Small, Light Meals: For the next few days, eat smaller portions of easily digestible food (like moong dal khichdi or soft rice). This prevents your stomach from expanding too much and 'stretching' the sore muscles.
Local Heat: A warm compress on the lower abdomen can help relieve muscle soreness.
If the pain is sharp, constant, or if you notice any unusual bulge in the area, please consult a doctor for a physical examination to rule out a small hernia.
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Eat soft food and add fibres in your diet with plenty of water intake.try more fruits and veg.in breakfast. Its more helpful rather than medicines.
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Take fibre rich foods...avoid having outside foods..consume more water.....
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Liquids and liquids. Take fiber like banana. For more questions kindly consult with me on 94 two six eight six 78 nine six.
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Cremation syp 10 mL during night
Fibre rich diet
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
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Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Do connect and consult
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