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I haven't had a proper bowel movement in 7 days, i took a laxative a few hours ago and i'm afraid it might not work. i'm bloated, gassy, and miserable?

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Try it: Try it and hydrate yourself. No point of worrying at this point in time. Think positive ;)

Dr Ali and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 7/20/2016

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