Bowel movements (you have been warned!)

Yes, exactly, I thought the same thing too lucky. Although I don't feel raising one's feet on a small stool of the bodily waste variety would have much effect, other than creating an unpleasant mess on the bathroom floor and the soles of one's slippers

lucky I thought the same thing giggle . Mind you, Phoenix would to have to 'go' first in order to get one

Thanks to all for the best laugh I've had in a long time. Feeling a bit low today so it has been a real tonic. Certainly a serious matter as well so hope everyone gets their movements going. Not sure which is worse, the runs, constipation or it all getting stuck!

"I'm told I should raise my feet with a small stool" - in the context of our current discussion, the image now in my mind does not bear close examination!

go and see your GP investigate gynaecological (it may be a prolapse) and rectal /intestinal possible causes .

Apologies if this has been suggested before, but I didn't have time to read all 6 pages. I've been 'constipated' since I was a small child (I remember my mother discussing it with a friend once and wondering what she was talking about) I've solved my problem thanks to an earlier Gransnet thread when someone recommended an 'Aquaflex' pelvic floor exercising device for urinary incontinence. It didn't work at all for the reason I bought it, but I found that within minutes of inserting it each morning I had to 'go' easily and comfortably, it has also completely cured the piles (I can't spell the medical word, sorry) brought on by constant straining. Honestly I can't thank the GN contributor - whoever you are - for your recommendation (about 3 years ago) you have changed my life!

Fibogel sachets are brilliant and taste ok to.

I was the same angela030, now my bowels empty into a bag.

Try using a probiotic. The healthy bacteria works wonders for your digestive system.

I had a similar problem (going a bit then needing to go again a short while later). I had a colonoscopy and they found a malignant tumour in my rectum. Fortunately the cancer had not spread outside the bowel wall so was operated on and all well now. But you might want to have it checked out quickly just in case. Don't want to be alarmist or anything but better to be safe than sorry.

A bowl of high fibre cereal last thing at night makes it important to book a bathroom slot first thing in the morning.

Just drink more water !!!

Why can't anyone spell the name of that flippin' stuff?! F Y B O G E L !

I'm told I should raise my feet with a small stool, but am currently managing the lack of vroom with a Fibrogelsachet every 3 days.

merlot

Weetabix.

I didn't know about cauliflower either. I eat loads of it so I must have squeaky clean innards.

All my grandmother used to do was take the occasional Beechams Pill (remember them?) and she lived to be 96!

I think Dee could be right about excercise. The next time I get bunged up I might have a go on the DGC's trampoline and shake the bugger out

When is this thread going to make it to "Discussions of the day"?

Mango chunks with Greek yoghurt, two dried figs and a hearty portion of spinach works!

#feelfreetocongratulate

Exercise works a treat. I’ve found that if I feel a bit bunged up, going for a walk loosens up the problem area. If we look a little at history i.e. before industrialisation, many of our health problems of today didn’t exist. Unfortunately in today’s times, our lives are more sedentary and our organs get cramped in our inactive lifestyles. Try to add a little walking t your today. It will help.

Natures toilet brush----love it!!!!

Was advised by Dr.to eat cauliflower he said "cauliflower is natures toilet brush" seemed to work.

In Holland & Barrett they sell tea bags called Slimatee. Of course it makes you (temporarily) loose weight because it has a mild natural laxative in. It's not particularly pleasant taste but taken before bedtime gets things moving in the morning.

I sometimes have problems, although not constipated. I use the natural methods as given on here like lots of water and fibre to achieve the consistency of mash rather than sausage, if you see what I mean!

Almost every day, I suffer from incomplete evacuation of the bowels.

Nothing seems to shift it. In the end I have to use toilet paper.

I was told by a doctor that I have a weak anal muscle.

I eat plenty of fruit and vegetables, so it's not always diet to blame.

It's the bane of my life because it happens every time I go.
I sometimes have feocal incontinence because of this as well.

Sorry to be so explicit, but nice to know you are all so understanding.
Will look up rectocele.