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What to do if i have duchenne muscular dystrophy and have had constipation since 9 days but with soft liquid stools passing?

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Dr. Eric Weisman answered

Specializes in Neurology

Unfortunately......: You probably need to be disempacted. After nine days you probably have a bowel impaction and some of the liquid is able to get past the main blockage. Use of a stool softener and good hydration can sometimes prevent this. Use of a strong enema or laxatives should only be done under medical supervision in this situation.

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Answered 6/24/2014

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