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What can cause constipation after surgery?
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See below: It can be a side effect of general anesthesia or narcotic pain relievers.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Numerous: Things depending on the surgery but most common is not enough fluids or too much caffeine and pain meds, poor diet, pain meds and reduced physical activity. You are in control of most of these and thus you can fix the problem if you are motivated.
Answered 2/15/2013
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