Question 1

can internal cleansers have any adverse effects?

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Cleansers: I am assuming you are speaking about colonic types of treatments whether in an enema or oral cleanse formulation.  There can be a number of negative effects on the GI system.  The main acute issue with rapid transit loss of electrolytes and changes in ph balance of blood.  The most negative effect resulting from this is often neurologic, sometimes irreversible.  Use caution.

Question 2

does a herbal colon cleanser cure cancer?

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NEVER: Do not be misled by riduclous claims such as this. See a qualified doctor for proper therapy!

Question 3

please point me to where i can solve my colon cleansers problem?

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Colin cleansing : Colin cleansing in general is an unnecessary procedure and is occasionally harmful. The body rids itself of stool and toxins, with no need to intervene. The best thing to do is to increase fiber in the diet. Even taking a fiber supplement, such as Metamucil, can be helpful to have regular bowel movements. If you do, increase your fluid intake also. Good luck.

Question 4

how do you know if you need a colon cleanser?

Accepted Answer

You don't: You don't need a colon cleanser! if your colon is damaged or sick, this needs to be treated. Otherwise, there is nothing to cleanse your colon from. I've been present at colonoscopies and believe me there are no deposits in the colon that colon cleanse sales people claim to remove with their products!

Question 5

can you die from overdosing on colon cleanser pills?

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Yes, don't!: Healthtap physicians have repeatedly addressed colon "cleansers" with a clear "no" answer. There is virtually no value to colon flushes, cleansers, enemas, irrigation machines when the technique is accomplished to "detox" or eliminate "accumulated waste." the "no" response also applies to liver detoxes! there are few real health benefits, but sigificant unjustified risk, as you've questioned.

Question 6

colon cleansers and laxatives, do these work, what do they do?

Accepted Answer

For what purpose?: If you're looking for powerful laxatives, i assume you feel very constipated or are looking to "cleanse." if the latter, please reconsider ; check out numerous Healthtap answers that point to problems with colon cleansers--don't use them!  if constipation however is new or has significantly worsened, or is accompanied by distension, vomiting, fever, pain then don't self-medicate but get checked.

Question 7

why does colon cleanser work for constipation and then its comes back???

Accepted Answer

Underlying cause: This is because your are not treating the underlying cause of your constipation. Try increasing your fiber and water intake, you can try adding Miralax (polyethylene glycol) every morning as an alternative if you can't increase your fiber intake enough. If you are using any opiate medications this can contribute ro recurrent constipation. See your doc if fiber and trying over the counter stool softeners isn't working.

Question 8

i took a colon cleanser for 21 days not realizing the label said "do not take for more than seven consecutive days" what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Don't continue: Talk to your doctor about the pros and cons of colon cleansing.  The literature debates both its usefulness and safety.  You probably should work on recolonizing your colon with good bacteria found in yogurts and probiotics.

Question 9

is there any food that serves as a colon cleanser?

Accepted Answer

Fiber: No such thing as colon cleanser ndver needed . Get a colonoscopy.

Question 10

what is the best over-the-counter colon cleanser?

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Need poop clean out?: Each person with constipation needs to be sure there is no other disease causing it. If constipation is just due to slow movement of the food and poop through the gut, then the things to try are vegetables, water, prune juice, prunes, fiber+water, miralax, (polyethylene glycol) senokot or other senna, milk of magnesia, other laxatives... A doctor can evaluate and prescribe helpful meds too. Exercise also helps.

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