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I've haven't had a bowel movement in 2 or 3 days. then had nothing but mostly watery stool today?

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Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Constipation: Try to increase fiber and possibly Miralax (polyethylene glycol) daily for a few days. See a doctor or perform a Virtual consult for more help

Dr Altman and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 5/3/2015

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