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A member asked:

I'm constipated and have a swollen anus from trying to stool for 3 days. swelling is painful.

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Dr. Harold Fields answered

Constipation: Try a dulcolax suppository. That may help . If not an enema would be appropriate. Good Luck

Answered 10/21/2018

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