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A member asked:
Only 21yrs male, suffered chronic constipation for over 2 yrs now. haven't been to any doctor or check-up, heavily relying on laxatives, lifestyle bad?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
See a doctor: Seems like you have tried a lot of otc meds already. A doctor should check you over and make sure nothing serious is going on and prescribe some appropriate meds accordingly. Good luck.
Answered 4/18/2013
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