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What do they do for severe impacted bowels?
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If too bad: Need to goto hospital to get it dis impacted I've seen them do it in ER. And in extreme cases. To operating room for sedation to dis impact. Drink plenty Water. Exercise. Eat plenty fiber. Leafy vegetables. Call your doctor. Meds may help. Also some meds may hinder you vowels as well
Answered 1/5/2020
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Depends: Depends on a few factors. See your MD for advice
Answered 7/28/2015
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