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High anxiety causing bad constipation. i'm 25 and have tried stool softner but i'm not going. is it safe to do a home enema? what to do?
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Mag Cit and Dr.: If you don't have any major health problems, try a bottle of magnesium citrate - it's in a green bottle usually at the pharmacy - no prescription needed. Drink that down (pour over ice and use a straw) and you'll probably get some relief w/in an hour. Then, get an appointment with your doctor to get a plan for your bowel health - good luck.
Answered 2/6/2021
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