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I have been taking laxatives twice a week for long period (not daily but i only get bowel movement after taking it) does that mean i am dependant?
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Dependency: If you are unable to have a bowel movement without taking a laxative, there is a good chance that you are dependent on the laxative to have regular bowel movements.
Answered 8/5/2018
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