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Had c-oscopy ok.. drinking lots of water and fiber.. still constipated. could asbestos expose cause this.. if not why am i constipated?

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

you can actually: Take too much fiber and cause constipation. I don't use fiber supplements but tell patients to eat a healthy fiber diet. Also caffeine and alcohol dehydrate and contribute to constipation so keep the 80-100 ounces of fluids as caffeine free/alcohol free. Drink more if you exercise or travel by plane often.

Answered 10/25/2013

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A member asked:

Had c-oscopy ok.. drinking lots of water and fiber.. still constipated. could asbestos expose cause this.. if not why am i constipated?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

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