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Unable to have a regular bowel movement. marilax worked for a few weeks. all happened after months of antibiotics and pain meds due to dental work.
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Get an evaluation: Antibiotics kill not only the bad bacteria, but many times the good ones that are needed for proper digestion. Consider seeing a gatroenterologist for an evaluation.
Answered 2/28/2014
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