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A member asked:
Hi, i recently had surgery - pain meds caused constipation. for relief, i used dulcolax overnight relief. 15 hours later still cramping and very nauseated and orange diarrhea - do i need to be concerned?
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Yes: If you having pain, nausea and diarrhea may be concerning. Did you have fever too? If yes and persists, please call your surgeon.
Answered 1/27/2016
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