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A member asked:

How long can i take stool softners/miralax after having a spinchterectomy and fissurectomy?

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Dr. Marc Hirsch answered

Indefinitely: There is no harm in using these as long as you need them. Make sure to drink plenty of water to help them work.

Dr Maes agreed

Answered 7/2/2014

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