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A member asked:
I can't go to the bathroom without taking laxative. . it's been going on for a year . what can i do ?
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See a GI specailst: That is not normal, you should go for a workup to a GI specialst.
Answered 6/10/2014
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Constipation: The best is getting enough fibers, vegetable, fruit. Drink water, and stay physically active. Also making a habit to go to bathroom, sitting and maybe reading for 15 minutes. There are also good result in some patient with bio feedback.
Answered 1/3/2013
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Don't use laxatives!: Laxatives will addict your bowel and you'll never be able to return to normal bowel regularity. Don't use them except on rare occasions. Eat a healthy diet with lots of water and fiber (roughage) and you can ingest additional fiber (not laxatives) to assist you. If still having problems, have your GI tract evaluated.
Answered 6/10/2014
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