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I haven't had a bowel movement in about a week. should i take a laxative?
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Thats an option.: That is normally ok. Stay well hydrated (at least 8 - 8 oz glasses of water per day). Eat 5 vegetable & 4 fruit servings per day – get that fiber in. Avoid junk carbohydrates. Stay physically active.
Answered 1/18/2020
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