Dr. Amar Rewari Featured in Patient Power Article on Managing Constipation During Chemotherapy

Dr. Amar Rewari was recently featured as an expert source in a Patient Power article published August 20, 2026, focused on why constipation is so common during chemotherapy and what patients can do about it. Patient Power is a leading cancer education and advocacy organization dedicated to empowering patients and care partners with expert guidance.

In the piece, Dr. Rewari — Chief of Radiation Oncology at Luminis Health and Adjunct Assistant Professor at Johns Hopkins School of Medicine — explained that while chemotherapy itself can slow the digestive tract, the problem is often driven by the medications given alongside treatment. He pointed to opioid pain relievers and certain anti-nausea drugs as frequent contributors, along with dehydration, reduced activity, and eating less during treatment — factors that often occur together.

Dr. Rewari also offered practical guidance for patients, including staying hydrated, remaining as active as comfortably possible, and checking with their care team before using over-the-counter laxatives or natural remedies, particularly for those with low blood counts or recent gastrointestinal surgery. He emphasized knowing the warning signs that warrant an urgent call to the oncology team, such as severe abdominal pain, vomiting, fever, or several days without a bowel movement, which can occasionally signal a bowel obstruction requiring prompt evaluation.

The article underscores Dr. Rewari's commitment to helping cancer patients manage treatment side effects and maintain their quality of life throughout care.