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Pain left side still hard difficult stools but i pass a bit every day, am i still constipated? it's stressing me out and i don't drink much water

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Yes, it sounds: like you are still constipated. You need to drink more water, eat more fiber-rich foods and see a doctor if you are having abdominal pain. I don't know if you've consulted here before, but on this part of the site, we can't see past consults.

Answered 10/28/2016

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