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What to do if i have constipation issue even though i've been watching my diet & drink plenty of water?
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Constipation: See your physician for evaluation to include labwork, thyroid studies, colonoscopy and physiological workup of your colon (if necessary). Once completed, a regimen to improve your problem can be provided.
Answered 9/29/2016
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