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How long should you wait to take a fleets enema after no bm?
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Depends: Depends on usual bowel habit, diet, hydration, activity, other meds. Depends on other symptoms, e.g. Pain, fever, nausea, vomiting, etc. Ask your doctor.
Answered 8/18/2013
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