@Trikki2 I have suffered with constipation since my teenage years.The gentlest and best treatment when in trouble has been Movicol without doubt. No haemorrhoids or agony on the loo.I have learnt to be very careful to ensure I don’t get into that position however - I try to manage with watching my diet ( lots vegetables , rolled oats for breakfast etc )including drinking a lot (tea mainly) and only have a problem very occasionally as I act swiftly if I notice a problem starting.