In general, if a patient is having a constipation problem then physical examination, knowing medical history and performing diagnostic tests are important to diagnose the condition. Along with that we doctors also ask about the patient’s bowel habits, how their stool consistency and other associated symptoms as well. By analyzing these conditions, the specialist will analyze the condition of the abdomen and its functioning.

Detailed explanation about the condition

1. Medical History: 

The doctor will inquire about your medical conditions, underlying problems and medications that you are using, know your bowel habits like stool frequency, consistency and how long you have been having such conditions. The doctor may also inquire about your food habits, hydration, exercise habits and also ask about the abdominal condition like if you are having any pain, bloating and other symptoms that are affecting your health condition.

2. Physical Examination:

The specialist will examine the abdominal condition and perform a rectal exam to assess the stool consistency and other underlying problems.

3. Diagnostic Tests:

The specialist may prescribe the blood tests, X-ray, colonoscopy and other tests to check the thyroid problems, check the colon and rectum, muscle functioning and other problems.

4. Examine Other Conditions:

Reviews the medications of patients and tries to assess the psychological conditions such as to understand the depression, anxiety and other problems that might cause the problem in their mental health.

By examining and understanding the conditions in detail, the Gastroenterologist in Hyderabad or the specialist would diagnose it and come up with the most appropriate plan, including the medication, lifestyle changes, healthy food and more.