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I found out that my colon isn't emptying out properly, i've taken miralax (polyethylene glycol) and it hasn't been working, i'm not eating & losing weight. what do i do?

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Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

See details: No colon will empty completely. If you have major constipation, see a gastroenterologist. Stop the laxatives.

Answered 11/24/2013

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A member asked:

I found out that my colon isn't emptying out properly, i've taken miralax (polyethylene glycol) and it hasn't been working, i'm not eating & losing weight. what do i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

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