12 Signs that someone has weak health

5. Nausea or Vomiting

There are many reasons a person may be nauseous near the end of life. It may be due to constipation, having a reduced appetite, or certain medicines they are taking. It could also be caused by emotional distress.4

Anti-nausea medications may help, but it’s important to pinpoint the underlying cause to help make your loved one more comfortable. Getting fresh air, eating smaller meals, sipping ginger tea, and avoiding off-putting smells from foods like cabbage or fish can also help.

6. Constipation

Medications used to treat pain and shortness of breath can cause constipation. Other causes include a lack of physical activity, dehydration, decreased fiber intake, and the progression of the underlying terminal illness.5

Changes in diet, increased fluid intake, and simply taking short walks can help. The use of stimulant laxatives as well as a low enema can provide relatively fast relief.

If constipation caused by opioid painkillers is severe, an injection of a drug called methylnaltrexonecan help.6

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