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Constipation & ODS Treatment in Mumbai
Functional evaluation, biofeedback and specialist bowel management.
1 Day TreatmentCashless InsuranceLaser · Minimally Invasive
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What is Constipation & ODS?
Constipation is a common condition that refers to passing hard stools, or passing stools once in two or more days. It can be acute or chronic and can have various causes, including lifestyle factors, medications and underlying medical conditions.
Constipation: Passing hard stools; passing stools once in two or three days; feeling of incomplete evacuation; may be associated with abdominal discomfort or bloating.
ODS: Straining while passing motion; prolonged defecation time up to 30–60 minutes; need for manoeuvring or finger insertion to evacuate stools.
Symptoms to watch for
- Fewer than 3 bowel movements per week
- Straining
- ncomplete evacuation
- Sensation of blockage
- Incomplete evacuation
- Need for manual assistance
Common causes
- Low-fibre diet
- Pelvic floor dysfunction
- Dehydration
- Medication side effects
- Neurological conditions
Treatment at DLPC
Treatment generally begins with dietary and lifestyle modification — increasing fibre & fluid intake, increasing physical activity and establishing a regular bowel routine.
Laxatives, stool softeners and enemas are used to relieve symptoms. If these measures are unsuccessful, the patient should be evaluated and investigated for the causative factor and treated accordingly. Functional bowel evaluation and biofeedback may be advised in ODS.
Why treat early — Implications
- Untreated or chronic constipation can lead to haemorrhoids, anal fissures and rectal prolapse.
- Faecal impaction and formation of diverticuli (small sacs/pouches) in the colon.
Recovery Timeline
- STEP 1
Week 1 — Diagnostic clarity
- STEP 2
Week 2–6 — Biofeedback sessions
- STEP 3
Month 2 — Symptom improvement
- STEP 4
Month 3+ — Sustainable bowel routine
Cost & Insurance
At DLPC we strive to keep surgery affordable. The cost depends on the complexity of the surgery and the hospital chosen. We accept all health insurance & Mediclaim and assist patients with the cashless / reimbursement process. Contact us to know more.
All types of insurance accepted at DLPC centres via Saifee, Nanavati, Apollo and Surya Hospitals empanelment.
Frequently asked questions
Obstructive Defecation Syndrome — difficulty evacuating despite the urge, often due to pelvic floor dysfunction or structural issues like rectocele.
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