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A member asked:
I suffer from chronic constipation. how do i know if it is just constipation or ibs-c?
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A doctor would tell: better be a gastroenterologist, also your thyroid gland function may need to be checked, meanwhile, keep yourself well hydrated, increase fiber in your diet, green vegetables, be active, just walk 30 minutes a day, etc... good luck
Answered 2/3/2018
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