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For several years i have been experiencing severe constipation and i have tried miralax, docusate, magnesium citrate, senna, sup for several years i have been experiencing severe constipation and i have tried miralax, docusate, magnesium citrate, senna, s

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I : I am sorry that you are going through this. You need to see a gastroenterologist and have a complete evaluation. You may need a colonoscopy or a transit-time study to evaluate your intestinal tract. There are multiple causes of constipation. I am assuming you are on a high fiber diet, walking as much as you can (preferably 2-3 miles a day), and are drinking plenty of fluids every day. Check to see if any of your medications cause constipation (any narcotics or psychiatric medications cause constipation). But you do need a complete GI evaluation. If you develop pain, fever, or vomiting then you will have to go to the er.

Answered 10/3/2016

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

The best: The best meds for constipation are cheap: proper diet and proper fluid intake. Eat a high fiber diet and you don't need fiber supplements. Drink 80 - 100 ounces of non alcoholic, non caffeniated fluids every day. You must break bad habits if you want any relief. There is no magic pill that can replace a helathy lifestyle! senna cascara ios not good long term and causes melanosis coli which stains.

Answered 12/13/2020

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