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I have only been able to have one bowel movement per week and im bloated what can i do?

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Dr. Olaf Johansen answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

See below: Try fiber (25gm/day) fluids(50oz/wk)and exercise if persist try MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) if still persist need to see a physician. Hope this helps.

Dr Sparacino agreed

Answered 2/18/2015

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A member asked:

I have only been able to have one bowel movement per week and im bloated what can i do?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Olaf Johansen answered

Dr Sparacino agreed

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