Stomach bloating, constipation what to do?

Question
Hello doctor,
I had a gastroscopy at the hospital with gastritis, and a colonoscopy showed mild hemorrhoids, no inflammation or ulcers. I still eat well, but I can't eat like before, or have constipation, diarrhea, and bloating. The doctor told me, what should I do if I am bloated and constipated?
Nguyen Thi Giang (1985)
Answer
Answered by Master, Doctor Nguyen Thi Cam Tu - Gastroenterologist - Department of Gastroenterology - Hepatology, Vinmec Times City International General Hospital.
Hello,
With the question "What to do with abdominal bloating and constipation?", the doctor would like to answer as follows:
You can refer to some methods to reduce abdominal distension and constipation as follows:
To make stools soft, create a clear defecation reflex, create a habit of defecating on time, exercise regularly, drink enough water and eat a lot of fiber (20-35g/day). There are some fruits that help ease bowel movements that you should know such as: papaya, dragon fruit, mango, plum, orange, lemon, tangerine, ... Note that if you suddenly eat too much fiber, you You may have bloating, bowel movements a lot. To avoid this side effect, you should gradually increase your fiber intake. Sorbitol can be added as a laxative (a natural sugar that is not absorbed into the blood and has the property of drawing water into the intestinal lumen to help soften stools). Sorbitol is found in many fruits: Apples, grapes, pears, beans, plums and strawberries. If it still does not help, you need to go back to the Gastroenterologist for detailed diagnosis and advice
If you still have questions about constipation, you can go to a hospital under Vinmec Health System for examination and advice. ask you more. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
Best regards!