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For as long as i remember i have not had regular bowel movements i go maybe twice a week and have gone as long 9 days without one what can i do ?
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Nothing?: If this has been the "norm" for you then so be it; nothing to worry over. If you have had a change in your bowel habit; or have other symptoms like weight loss; abdominal pain, fatigue, etc. Then i would say that you should go see your doctor and get evaluated.
Answered 1/15/2015
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