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Web opinion says that it is ok to move bowels once in 2 days. i constipate occasionally esp. if my calorie intake is reduced. once in 3 days occas?
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It's probably normal: there is no rule how many times a day you will have a bowel movement. Still, if you have not had a colonoscopy in the last 5 years, it would be wise to see a gastroenterologist.
Answered 10/10/2014
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