Constipation Treatment in Spain: Online GP Advice
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Pedro Yelamo Vera, MD
Licensed Physician No. 484814280 · Official Medical College of Bizkaia (Spain)
Video advice for constipation with a GP licensed in Spain, for adults, children, pregnancy and travel.
Dr. Pedro Yelamo Vera
Licence No. 484814280 · Urgent, non-emergency care
Common Symptoms
Constipation is very common, especially when travelling, after a change in diet or during pregnancy. You may have:
- Fewer than three bowel movements a week
- Hard, dry or lumpy stools
- Straining or pain when passing stools
- A feeling that you have not fully emptied your bowels
- Bloating or tummy discomfort
- Small tears or bleeding from the bottom after straining
Constipation is uncomfortable and awkward to talk about, but doctors discuss it every day. Most cases get better with simple changes and the right laxative. A short review also makes sure nothing else needs checking.
You don't have to figure this out alone
Dr. Pedro Yelamo Vera is an independent, bilingual GP licensed in Spain. Book a 15-minute video consultation in English or Spanish for €50, with a private electronic prescription issued under Spanish law when clinically appropriate.
How We Treat It
In your video consultation, Dr. Yelamo asks about your bowel habits, diet, fluids, activity, medicines, pregnancy and any warning signs. Care may include:
- Practical advice on fibre, fluids, activity and toilet routine
- Advice on which pharmacy laxative suits you, for example a bulk-forming or an osmotic laxative
- A plan for constipation in pregnancy, while breastfeeding or in children
- A review of medicines that can cause constipation, such as iron, some painkillers and some antacids
- Prescription treatment where clinically appropriate, following a genuine evaluation
- Blood or stool tests at a lab near you, or referral, when needed
A video visit cannot examine your tummy or your bottom. A change in bowel habit that lasts, especially over 50, needs proper checks. Treatment and prescriptions are issued solely at the doctor's discretion based on evidence-based clinical guidelines. Any prescription is a private electronic prescription under Spanish law.
Clinical Evaluation & Evidence-Based Protocol for Constipation Treatment
During a telemedicine consultation with Dr. Pedro Yelamo Vera (licensed medical practitioner No. 484814280 at the Official Medical College of Bizkaia), clinical evaluation adheres strictly to evidence-based medical (EBM) standards. The doctor conducts a thorough history, evaluating symptom duration, aggravating factors, prior treatments, and drug allergies to establish an accurate differential diagnosis.
Private Electronic Prescriptions (Receta Médica) Issued Under Spanish Law
When clinically indicated, Dr. Yelamo issues a private electronic prescription (Receta Médica Electrónica Privada) under Spanish law. The digital prescription contains a secure QR verification code accepted at all 22,000+ registered community pharmacies across Spain for immediate medication dispensing.
Itemized Invoices for Travel & Private Health Insurance Reimbursement
After your consultation, you receive an official medical report and an itemized invoice. The invoice shows Dr. Yelamo's licence details and tax ID. You can send it to your travel or private health insurer (such as Bupa, Allianz, Cigna, AXA or a US travel policy) to claim the cost back.
Preparing for Your Online Medical Consultation
Before your appointment, note when your symptoms started and any medicines you have already tried. Have your allergies and your usual prescriptions to hand. For a skin, rash or eye problem, sit in a well-lit room so the doctor can see it clearly.
Clinical Follow-Up & When In-Person Urgencias Are Necessary
Video care works well for common infections, mild sudden symptoms, skin rashes and repeat prescriptions. Some warning signs need emergency care in person: severe shortness of breath, a high fever you cannot bring down, chest pain or a stiff neck. If you have any of them, call 112 in Spain straight away.
When to Seek Immediate In-Person Care
Get urgent in-person care, or call 112, if you have:
- A swollen, painful tummy with vomiting and no stools or wind (possible bowel blockage)
- Severe tummy pain that does not ease
- A lot of blood in the stools, or black stools
- Fever with tummy pain
- Leakage of urine or stools, or numbness around the bottom, especially with back pain
Frequently asked questions
What helps constipation quickly?
Drink enough fluids, add fibre gradually (fruit, vegetables, wholegrains, pulses) and move more. Go to the toilet when you feel the urge, and try raising your feet on a small stool. If this is not enough, an osmotic laxative from the pharmacy is often the next step.
Which laxatives are sold in Spanish pharmacies?
Bulk-forming fibre, osmotic laxatives such as macrogol or lactulose, stimulant laxatives and suppositories are all sold without a prescription. They work in different ways and at different speeds. The doctor can tell you which suits you.
Is it safe to take laxatives in pregnancy?
Diet and fluids come first. If they are not enough, some laxatives are considered safe in pregnancy, such as bulk-forming fibre and some osmotic laxatives. Check with a doctor or pharmacist before taking any.
When should I worry about constipation?
See a doctor if you have blood in your stools, weight loss you cannot explain, a lasting change in bowel habit (especially over 50), or a family history of bowel cancer. In Spain, people aged 50 to 69 are invited to bowel screening with a stool test every two years.
Can children get constipation?
Yes, it is very common. Signs include pain, hard stools and holding on. Children usually need a laxative together with a toilet routine, often for several weeks. A video review helps set the right plan.
Does magnesium help constipation?
Magnesium salts, such as magnesium citrate or hydroxide, work as osmotic laxatives: they draw water into the bowel and soften stools. They suit occasional use. Ask a doctor before using them regularly, and avoid them with kidney disease. Magnesium can reduce the absorption of some medicines, such as certain antibiotics and thyroid tablets, so check the leaflet on spacing them apart.
Price and booking terms
Urgent Care: €50 · 15 minutes, per video consultation
Included
- Video consultation with Dr. Pedro Yelamo Vera
- Medical report
- Itemised invoice for your insurer
- Private electronic prescription under Spanish law, only if clinically indicated after the video assessment
Payment and cancellation
- You pay when you book. Prices are in euros and include applicable taxes.
- The fee covers the consultation only, not medicines, lab tests or scans.
- Cancel or change your appointment free of charge up to 24 hours before it starts.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before, or do not attend, the fee is kept.
- If Dr. Yelamo cancels, or the video call fails because of a problem on his side, you get a full refund.
Online consultations are for urgent, non-emergency care. In a medical emergency call 112 immediately or go to your nearest emergency department.
Every day · 07:30–20:30One named doctor, from first call to follow-up
Book a secure 15-minute video consultation with Dr. Pedro Yelamo Vera for €50. Appointments every day, 07:30–20:30 (Spain time). For urgent, non-emergency care; in an emergency, call 112.
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