A member asked:

My son is 7 always had a hard time with a bowel movement. have tried mirilax and metamucil.but his stool is very large. he has normal movement daily?

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Dr. Johanna Fricke answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Developmental and Behavioral

Chronic constipation: Large-caliber stools mean that your son's colon has enlarged from long-standing constipation & that referral to a pediatric gastroenterologist is warranted. A " clean-out" has to be done before MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) will work. After it's done, he'll need treatment for at least 6 mos. To reduce the risks of medical & behavioral complications of chronic constipation. See his pediatrician first.

Answered 2/13/2016

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