A member asked:

Going on 2.5 weeks of no pooping. i've tried 2 days of laxatives that have caused extreme abdominal & leg pain. i've increased my water and fibre intake. should i get more laxative? i fear the extreme pains again.

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Dr. Harold Mandel answered

Specializes in General Practice

Urgent Care or ER!: You need to be seen at an Urgent Care center or Emergency Room as soon as possible! You have a severe case of constipation which has gone on too long. Possible causes are bowel obstruction, anal fissure, colon cancer, bowel stricture, rectal cancer & rectocele. The sooner you are properly examined & treated the better your chances for recovery. Best of luck with your health!

Answered 4/15/2019

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