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Hi doctor i am suffering with constipation and its quite sore at my anus and slight tear due to pushing out. what type of medication can i buy ?
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Fiber and water: You may take a fiber laxative like Metamucil and drink enough water daily so that your urine is colorless. For the long term you may try to increase your intake of fiber foods. Consult this site for fiber foods. http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/high-fiber-foods/art-20050948
Answered 2/2/2018
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