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Can laxatives gradually make ibs-constipation worse or more painful?

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No: ... But those otc drugs are not so good long term. There are a variety of new c-ibs drugs out that can help with your symptoms even long term. Ask your doctor about them.

Answered 4/22/2013

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A member asked:

Can laxatives gradually make ibs-constipation worse or more painful?

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Dr. You Sung Sang answered

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