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Hey, so i have been having problems defeacating for months now. i defecate a few times when i drink water but attimez even if i drink it doesn't help?
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Thyroid?: You should see a doctor and let them help you determine if there is a medical condition causing your constipation. It could be low thyroid function, low magnesium, and several other things.
Answered 7/18/2014
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Constipation: Add fiber to your diet , eating 5 servings of fruits and vegetables and 2-4 servings of whole grain breads, bran cereal , or brown rice daily. Drink 6-8 eight ounce glasses of water daily .
Answered 10/4/2016
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