lack of a bowel movement for 3 days doesn't by itself indicate constipation. constipation is defined based on each individual's normal bowel habits. some people only have one bowel movement every few days. other people have a bm every day. you need to determine your boyfriend's normal bowel routine before jumping to a conclusion of constipation. assuming this is constipation however if laxatives pills aren't working you have some other over-the-counter options to try. if your boyfriend is otherwise healthy he probably can safely drink a bottle of magnesium citrate liquid laxative. follow this immediately with 8 ounces of water. usually this will induce a bowel movement pretty rapidly. if that doesn't work you can try a glycerine suppository. this is inserted into the rectum to induce a bm. use it only as directed on the label. or you can try a disposable enema (often called a fleet enema) enemas are generally considered safe to use and will help get those bowels moving again. no guy i know would voluntarily submit to an enema. you need to emphasize to him that small disposable enemas aren't too uncomfortable to use -- and they're way less uncomfortable than emergency surgery for a bowel resection due to an obstruction. maybe that will help persuade him if things get to that point. if your boyfriend still can't have a bowel movement starts vomiting and/or begins running a fever (over 101f) you need to seek immediate medical treatment. these could be signs of a bowel obstruction or something unrelated to constipation. wishing you both all the best!
constiption for 3 days no movement . my boyfriend has severe constipation lots of pain no movement for 3 days feels nausea. frequent urination. doubles over when spasm/cramp hit every few minutes. has ate oatmeal greens turkey etc. last three days. has taken five stool softeners and laxative. still nothing. what should we do? help