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A member asked:

I tried to make a bowel movement and i was pushing for 20 mins straight and still couldn't poop.

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Dr. Jovita Anyanwu answered

May have: Constipation. May respond to increased fluids, exercise, more fiber and soft diet.If no response or abdominal pain see your doctor

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 10/6/2015

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