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I have suffered from chronic constipation for five years now and i am only 18. can someone help?

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Dr. Allen Kamrava answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Not on here: You need to sit and discuss with a doctor. Not able to help something like this on this type of forum. Consider starting with a gastroenterologist or colon and rectal surgeon.

Answered 3/4/2013

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A member asked:

I have suffered from chronic constipation for five years now and i am only 18. can someone help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Allen Kamrava answered

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