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Constipation and chemo

Lainey-W161
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I had my first chemo on Friday and have not had a bowel movement, I didn't have one the day before chemo, I have been taking the prescripted laxatives from my NHS Cancer nurse, eating fruit and veg and porridge and dried figs, drinking lots of water but still nothing, I am not in pain  but wondering if I should be concerned or should I contact my Cancer nurse tomorrow? 

Many thanks E

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  • Hi Lainey-W161 and thank you for your post,

    As Cah60 has posted, it is best to contact your nurse specialist as they know your situation and what treatment you are having.  We do have information on our website about constipation and how to manage it which may also be helpful for you.

    I hope you get to speak with your nurse and this gets sorted for you soon.

    Please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Take care, all the best,

    Jemma

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  • Hi Lainey-W161 and thank you for your post,

    As Cah60 has posted, it is best to contact your nurse specialist as they know your situation and what treatment you are having.  We do have information on our website about constipation and how to manage it which may also be helpful for you.

    I hope you get to speak with your nurse and this gets sorted for you soon.

    Please get back to us if you need any more information or support.  You may find it helpful to talk things through with one of the nurses on our helpline.  The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Take care, all the best,

    Jemma

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