Bowels slowing up

Hi, colon/rectum cancer 15 yrs ago. I don’t even think about it till looking at calander it’s another 6 days before my bowels are emptied. Then takstrigol,lacstose for another 5/6dsys. Are my bowels stopping working. Writing this it’s 10 days since I’ve been. No discomfort just horrendous flatulence. My biggest fear is having a ileostomy bag. 
M I go aqua areobics, I eat daily my five a day. Nothing works

I broke my hip/ thigh 18 months ago as well. I’m 76, but apart from all this am as fit as a flea. 

  • Hello and thank you for your post.

    I am sorry to hear about your constipation issue.

    Unfortunately, as a nurse led service, we aren't able to offer a medical opinion on your situation. You do need to ask your GP to review you, and maybe change some medications. Do tell them about your constipation problems. It is important to drink enough fluids daily, aim for 2 to 3 litres, to reduce constipation. You do need to eat small meals regularly, with plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables. 

    There is some good advice here,

    https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/constipation/

    I hope that this reply helps, 

    Best wishes,

    Vanda