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I have one bowel movement per week despite taking laxatives. what could be behind this?
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Chronic constipation: Chronic constipation may be due lack of dietary fiber, poor water intake, medication use, underlying medical disorder. If dietary changes do not help then see your doctor for a thorough examination. If a medical cause is not the cause medications to treat the condition may be prescribed.
Answered 11/24/2014
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