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Female 66. referred to gastro dr for bowel prob. given miralax daily. colonoscopy showed 2 polyps benign. continued bowel prob. told to continue miramax given fiber choice horrible experience. have increased fiber intake. still bloat and poor bm?

Q: female 66. referred to gastro dr for bowel prob. given miralax daily. colonoscopy showed 2 polyps benign. continued bowel prob. told to continue miramax given fiber choice horrible experience. have increased fiber intake. still bloat and poor bm?

: Foods with inadequate fluids or excessive caffeine or alcohol will cause your symptoms. Drink 80-100 ounces of caffeine free/alcohol free fluid daily, more if you exercise.

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Foods with inadequate fluids or excessive caffeine or alcohol will cause your symptoms. Drink 80-100 ounces of caffeine free/alcohol free fluid daily, more if you exercise.

Answered 7/27/2021

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A member asked:

Female 66. referred to gastro dr for bowel prob. given miralax daily. colonoscopy showed 2 polyps benign. continued bowel prob. told to continue miramax given fiber choice horrible experience. have increased fiber intake. still bloat and poor bm?

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