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Is there anything i could do to stop my constipation ? i am healthy. i would be constipated for some time and then i would all come out at once

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Dr. Arthur Heller answered

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C md: Bring a diet diary for several days, with symptoms. Can be related to diet, (in)activity, meds, hormones/time of month, pelvic floor nerve/muscle issues. Get examined, as a first step.

Answered 10/3/2013

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A member asked:

Is there anything i could do to stop my constipation ? i am healthy. i would be constipated for some time and then i would all come out at once

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Arthur Heller answered

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