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My son who is 47 years old, is constipation, he didn;t go to the toilet for 2 weeks!!! how long ,does he have to take duralax for it to work?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Constipation: If you son did not have a BM in 2 weeks he needs to go to the emergency room. He MAY have a blockage in his intestines or perhaps something less serious. In any case, he doesn't need complications resulting from this. Peace and good health.

Answered 5/16/2018

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A member asked:

My son who is 47 years old, is constipation, he didn;t go to the toilet for 2 weeks!!! how long ,does he have to take duralax for it to work?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bernard Seif answered

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