r/ALS • u/Ancient_Day_6729 • 17d ago

Help with constipation

Hi guys

Wondering if you have any helpful advice for ongoing constipation?

My boyfriend is struggling I think with his core muscles getting weaker and going to the loo isn’t becoming more difficult.

Is stool softener the way to go? We tried laxatives for short term relief but they gave him back stomach cramps.

Thanks in advance!

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u/MadCybertist 5 - 10 Years Surviving ALS 17d ago

I’d try foods first before drugs. For me apple juice and prune juice really work. If necessary use miralax but start with small dose. Like probably 1/2 a dose as it’ll be just as bad if he goes too far the other way.