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I am constipated and have slight runny stools should i take a laxative also am freezing and have a temperature
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See a doctor: It is unusual to feel constipation but have "slight runny stools". In combination with feeling cold and a fever this suggests an infection inside your abdomen and should be evaluated.
Answered 7/29/2017
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