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Constip x jan this yr. dr says i should just take peg bid for the rest of my life. should i insist on more investig and/or get a new dr? peg stop work

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Dr. Derek Farley answered

Specializes in Urgent Care

New Dr.: Just know that most likely there won't be a definitive diagnosis as a cause of the constipation (at least that is my experience). Perhaps that is why the Dr. told you that..

Answered 5/30/2016

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Dr. Susan Rhoads answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Maybe: Why did your doc say that? Have you any other medical problems? Are you on any meds or supplements that cause constipation? Do you eat plenty of fiber and fruits and veggies? Drink lots of non-caloric, caffeine-free fluids? Ask your doc why first, and then if you don't get an answer that makes you happy, get a second opinion.

Answered 11/27/2014

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