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I havent gone for a poo for the past week and it is strange because my stomach goes regularly..... for the past 3 days i have taken dulcolax but nothing is happening! any advice??

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Syndrome: I think you need an in-person evaluation. These symptoms are not able to be clearly addressed online. There can be concerns for an obstruction

Answered 2/26/2021

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