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I feel rlly bloated and uncomfortable because i couldnt go one morning. should i take stool softener tonight or prune juice?

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Prune juice : I think prune juice would be a good way to start, particularly if it has worked for you in the past. If this happens to you frequently, I would try to increase the amount of fiber that you take in, and also increase the amount of your fluid intake. Good luck.

Answered 12/5/2019

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A member asked:

I feel rlly bloated and uncomfortable because i couldnt go one morning. should i take stool softener tonight or prune juice?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

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