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I am constipated all the time and for weeks.i only would drop out stools when i have stools softeners.i had this problem for the last 2years.need help?

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Yes you do: One with constipation needs to be sure there is no other disease causing it. If constipation is just due to slow movement of the food and poop through the gut, then the things to try are vegetables, water, prune juice, prunes, fiber plus water, Miralax (polyethylene glycol), Senokot or other senna, milk of magnesia, other laxatives, etc. A doctor can evaluate and may prescribe a drug like Linzess.

Answered 10/23/2017

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Dr. John Chiu answered

Exercise: I agree with Dr Kwok's recommendations but would add that a regular exercise program (3-4x a week for at 30-45 mins) will help stimulate bowel motility to get you moving. In general, coffee helps to get your bowel moving as well.

Answered 10/24/2017

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