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I am constipated and i havent pooped in a month. i could stay a week without pooping and i dont even know why. what can i do to stop this contipation?

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Constipation: If you don't even have an urge to move your bowels, you need more fiber in your diet as well as adequate fluid intake. You could try a gentle stimulant like senokot (senna) daily but avoid harsh laxatives. See a gastroenterologist for evaluation and treatment as needed. If you have the urge and can't go, using glycerin rectal suppository or dulcolax rectal suppository May help. Gentle fleets enema also.

Answered 8/13/2014

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Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

Specializes in Trauma Surgery

See Gastroenterologi: Need complete GI workup and colonoscopy. In the mean time drink plenty of water and try Miralax (polyethylene glycol) if you are not bloated or having abdominal cramps

Answered 8/13/2014

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