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I have not had a bm in 7 days. i have the pressure to go but when trying...nothing!! i have taken 2 otc laxatives (correctol) and miralax yesterday and still nothing!! what can i do at this point?? even went to chiropractor for sciatic pressure and he as

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Evaluation needed: You may have a fecal impaction which may need manual removal. Suggest you seek evaluation at Urgent Care or Emergency department. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Answered 9/21/2015

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A member asked:

I have not had a bm in 7 days. i have the pressure to go but when trying...nothing!! i have taken 2 otc laxatives (correctol) and miralax yesterday and still nothing!! what can i do at this point?? even went to chiropractor for sciatic pressure and he as

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Roy Arnold answered

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