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I have chronic constipation. i have had a polyp removed in the past and have abdominal pain and strain when going. i often get nauseous after eating or drinking anything including water. i'm only 23 years old. my doctor recently prescribed me linzess with

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Dr. Dan Fisher answered

Sounds like IBS: You need consistency and progressive increase in meds to the goal of about one smooth BM daily. This is easily achievable with a combination of low dose common medications. Linzess is reasonable but expensive. You need a good relationship with a doc on the ground who can walk you through the sometimes rocky road...

Answered 4/7/2015

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A member asked:

I have chronic constipation. i have had a polyp removed in the past and have abdominal pain and strain when going. i often get nauseous after eating or drinking anything including water. i'm only 23 years old. my doctor recently prescribed me linzess with

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dan Fisher answered

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