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33 yr old. chronic constipation for years on and off. i tend to ignore sensation or not drink water or eat enough fiber. yesterday i had a pretty good bowel movement. today i can't go i keep getting bad urge to go but can't. is this serious?

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You need to get regular bowel habits. You must increase your water input to at least 40 oz per day. The addition of a bowel softener on a daily basis would also help. Good Luck

Answered 3/12/2022

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I would add that if you have the urge and still can't move, work from below by inserting a dulcolax rectal suppository or gently administer a fleets enema.

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