Constipation
Symptoms
- No bowel movement in the last 24 hours (consider though what is ‘normal‘ for you first)
Advice
- See constipation self-care advice
- Let your chemotherapy team know at your next appointment
Symptoms
- No bowel movements in the last 48 hours, despite taking any medication prescribed for your constipation
Advice
Contact the Acute Oncology Helpline for further advice:
0783 114 7653
Symptoms
- No bowel movements in 72 hours
Advice
Contact the Acute Oncology Helpline immediately on:
0783 114 7653
You may be asked to attend the Ambulatory Oncology Clinic (AOCU) or the Emergency Department (ED) for assessment
