When constipated, the person has an urge to move the bowels, but only small amounts come out. The person may experience a constant feeling of uneasiness in the rectum. After diarrhea has passed, the pain may be eased for a little while. Things tend to be worse in the very early morning, and the person may feel weak and faint or have a headache afterward. A person who needs this remedy may also experience stiffness in the joints and muscles.
Diarrhea can come on several times a day.
The person may, at other times, be constipated and have gas with an offensive and pervasive smell. Oozing around the rectum, as well as itching, burning, and red irritation may also be experienced. A person who needs this remedy may tend to have poor posture and back pain, and feel worse from standing up too long. In addition, instructions for use are usually printed on the label. If improvement is seen, continue to wait and let the remedy work.