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I have chronic constipation my doc told me i can use glycerin suppositories every 3 days as needed. is it ok to use these chronically?
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Yes: But better to prevent the constipation rather than treat it. Eat a hi fiber diet and drink 80-100 ounces of caffeine free/alcohol free fluid daily, more if you excercise more than 30 minutes per day.
Answered 5/4/2015
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