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I am experiencing constipation and passing gas. i drink a lot of water and take fibre daily. what can make me pass stools the first thing in morning?
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Constipation: If, despite good fluid and fiber intake, you have no significant urge to have a bowel movement I recommend taking daily senokotS which is a gentle bowel stimulant containing a stool softener also. Try to avoid chronic laxative use if possible. If you have urge but can't move your bowels, insert a dulcolax rectal suppository or fleets enema as needed.
Answered 2/17/2017
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