Constipation, Age 12 And Older: Check Your Symptoms
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When to See a Doctor
You have answered Yes to:Do you have new constipation?
See significance of new constipation if you need information to help you answer the questions below.
Review health risks that may increase the seriousness of your symptoms.
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Call your health professional today if you answer "Yes" to any of the following questions.
- Yes
- Yes
Are you unable to tolerate the discomfort caused by constipation?
Do you have constipation with other symptoms, such as fever, shaking chills, or vomiting?
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You need an appointment within the next 1 to 2 weeks if you answer "Yes" to the following question.
- Yes
Do you have new constipation without other symptoms that has not improved after 1 week of home treatment?
If you have answered "No" to the above questions, go back to Check Your Symptoms and continue to answer the questions to evaluate your symptoms.
| Last updated: | October 10, 2008 |
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| Author: | Jan Nissl, RN, BS |
| Reviewed By: | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine, Brian D. O'Brien, MD - Internal Medicine |
| Editors: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Tracy Landauer |
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