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I had surgery on monday on my knee and i finally had a bowel movement but there was mucus in the stool. i have been on pain medications?

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Dr. Richard Zimon
Internal Medicine 61 years experience
The effects: of the ANESTHESIA and PAIN medications are the "culprits! DRINK LOTS OF FLUIDS! and be patient!!!! Hope this helps! Dr Z
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