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I've had impacted feces back to back in the past 3 weeks, removed through enemas & laxatives. doc recommends fibre supplements but it makes it worse?

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Dr. Matt Wachsman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

He might not have: heard about a new drug Linaclotide for that. Also, if you are on narcotics, fiber won't help but newer drugs like relistor would be very helpful

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

I've had impacted feces back to back in the past 3 weeks, removed through enemas & laxatives. doc recommends fibre supplements but it makes it worse?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Matt Wachsman answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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