Chronic Atonic Constipation
Gastrointestinal Disorders Vasudevan Namboothiri•Gender: Male•Age: 72 years (Elderly)• Chronicity: 8 years
Presenting Complaints & History
- No urge to pass stool for 3-4 days
- Hard, dry, knotty stools passed with extreme straining
- Feeling of incomplete evacuation
- Loss of appetite and abdominal fullness
Clinical Assessment
A 72-year-old retired priest from Triprayar suffering from chronic atonic constipation for 8 years. Due to age-related intestinal sluggishness and low physical activity. Dependent on daily herbal laxative powders, which had caused bowel tolerance (sluggish colon).
Diagnostic Investigations: Digital rectal exam showing no rectal mass; normal blood electrolytes.
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Alumina was indicated for complete lack of rectal urge even with soft stools and dry mucous membranes, while Bryonia resolved dry, hard stools.
Selected Constitutional Remedies: Alumina and Bryonia Alba
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Drink warm water every 2 hours; include fiber-rich papaya and oats in the diet; perform light daily walks.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 1 year- Laxative dependency resolved; first natural urge occurred on Day 12 of treatment
- Stools became soft and daily bowel evacuation established by Month 2
- Appetite restored and abdominal fullness cured by Month 4
- Stable bowel motility and health at 1-year follow-up
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Navaneeth K. Unni
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