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I'm 6 wks pregnant & have not had a bm in 3 days. how long should i wait to see a dr? i get plenty of water, and fiber. my ob apt is not until 3/9.

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Dr. Darrin Cunningham answered

Try: Stopping prenatal vitamins. Take 2 children's vitamin day or just folic acid. Then try Senekot otc It is s mild laxative. Keep pushing water. Let your OB know.

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Answered 2/20/2015

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A member asked:

I'm 6 wks pregnant & have not had a bm in 3 days. how long should i wait to see a dr? i get plenty of water, and fiber. my ob apt is not until 3/9.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Darrin Cunningham answered

Dr Saghafi agreed

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