Constipation at Reddy Urgent Care
Walk in for same-day constipation assessment and relief — no appointment needed.
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Constipation occurs when bowel movements are infrequent or difficult to pass. Severe or prolonged constipation with pain or other symptoms warrants medical assessment. At Reddy Urgent Care, we assess and provide same-day treatment.
Symptoms We Treat
- Infrequent bowel movements (fewer than 3 per week)
- Straining during bowel movements
- Hard, dry, or lumpy stools
- Feeling of incomplete emptying
- Abdominal bloating or discomfort
- Lower abdominal pain or cramping
How We Treat It At Reddy Urgent Care
Walk-In — No Appointment Needed
Simply walk in during our operating hours. No referral or scheduled appointment is required to be seen by our medical team.
Same-Day Care
We evaluate, diagnose, and treat most conditions the same day you visit so you can get back to feeling your best as quickly as possible.
Care for All Ages
Our providers treat patients of all ages — from infants and children to adults and seniors — under one roof.
Most Insurance Accepted
We accept most major insurance plans, Medi-Cal, and Medicare. We verify your benefits before treatment and inform you of any costs upfront.
Types Of Constipation We Treat
- Acute constipation
Sudden change in bowel habits, often dietary or stress-related.
- Constipation from medication
Opioids, antacids, and iron supplements commonly cause constipation.
- Constipation in children
Common and manageable. We see all ages.
- Constipation with haemorrhoids
Straining can cause haemorrhoids — we assess and treat.
When to Go to the Emergency Room Instead
Go to the nearest emergency room or call 911 if you or someone with you has:
- Severe abdominal pain with constipation (possible bowel obstruction)
- Constipation with vomiting and inability to pass gas
- Blood in stool alongside constipation
If you are unsure, go to the ER. It is always better to be safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes for non-emergency constipation. Walk in — no appointment needed.
If accompanied by severe abdominal pain, vomiting, or inability to pass gas — go to the ER.
If appropriate, yes. Our provider will assess and recommend or prescribe the right treatment.
Most major plans accepted. Bring your insurance card.
