I have not been able to make a bowel movement in a few days. i took some laxatives to see if it would help. i was able to go but not long at all. very?

Been evaluated yet?: Doctors define constipation as stools less frequently than once every 3-4 days. Patients feel they are "constipated" when passing hard or small volume stool, or they feel full & bloated. Had an x-ray to show you're not blocked? Do we know if your gut is sluggish or your rectum works correctly--these can be tested for. If ongoing, its time to see a GI specialist for the correct treatment.