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Had a colonscopy done on monday. still haven't had a bowel movement.

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Dr. Clinton Fox answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Constipation: Not too uncommon after colonoscopy. I would get on fiber daily, stool softener, magnesium and try to get your bowels to move before constipation worsens.

Answered 7/27/2014

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