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I been constipation for a long time and i can go without stool getting stuck and then it get stuck like all smash soft poop?

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Dr. Ward Dean answered

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Need to get Regular: Drink more water. Consume several tablespoons of psyllium husks each day (with more water). Take magnesium every day (you can't OD on magnesium because it will give you diarrhea). Find a daily dose that works for you. Prunes are a great bowel stimulant.

Answered 7/18/2018

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A member asked:

I been constipation for a long time and i can go without stool getting stuck and then it get stuck like all smash soft poop?

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