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Took a stool softener because nothing else was working and within minutes had a bm. will i get diarrhea now from stool softeners?
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Stool softeners: Unlikely. Hopefully you are staying well hydrated. That will help your constipation, along with your eating fiber-containing foods and/or supplements. Best wishes.
Answered 11/27/2017
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