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Tried liquid suppository, mom, mineral oil enema, still no bm from constipation due to meds and bruised ribs! what can i do now for immediate relief??

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Dr. Douglas Brewer answered

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Magnesium citrate: You have correctly tried transrectal route for relief of your constipation. It is also helpful to treat from above with oral laxatives. One bottle of overt the counter magnesium citrate should work. If not you may need to seek medical care/advice.

Answered 5/5/2016

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Tried liquid suppository, mom, mineral oil enema, still no bm from constipation due to meds and bruised ribs! what can i do now for immediate relief??

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