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My cals/diet is kinda low due to acid reflux. gi says eating less will cause constipation. he put me on miralax (polyethylene glycol) daily but still low output. options?
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Increase fiber: In daily diet might help but this is best handled on sight, by your treating gastroenterologist.Let him know your current condition, concerns, calorie intake, wt loss?...He will be your best resource to better health.
Answered 2/27/2015
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