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Appetite not good b/c of a bad cold, eating less than i usually do . can this cause bm's to be delayed/constipated/off schedule?

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Dr. Dean Giannone answered

Yes.: Your dietary habits will certainly have an effect on your bowel habits. Further, if you have a cold and are experiencing fevers, you may be dehydrated which likewise can affect your bowel habits in the short term.

Dr Poinsett and another doctor agreed

Answered 2/8/2017

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A member asked:

Appetite not good b/c of a bad cold, eating less than i usually do . can this cause bm's to be delayed/constipated/off schedule?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dean Giannone answered

Dr Poinsett and another doctor agreed

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