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18m down synd baby +chronic constipation.a doctor prescribe 10ml duphalac daily for 1year.another doctor disagree and said medicine make lazy intestin?
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Find happy medium: Chronic constipation is equally bad for the intestine. You'll want to treat/relieve the constipation as needed, but reduce the use of any intervention when not needed. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!
Answered 5/1/2015
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