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Can bowel changes caused by your period occur before your period actually starts? or do they only happen once it starts?

Q: can bowel changes caused by your period occur before your period actually starts? or do they only happen once it starts?

: Many physiological issues are affected around the period and some occur before the flow. If it is constipation- You may take a fiber laxative like Metamucil and drink enough water daily so that your urine is colorless. For the long term you may try to increase your intake of fiber foods. http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/high-fiber-foods/art-2005094

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Many physiological issues are affected around the period and some occur before the flow. If it is constipation- You may take a fiber laxative like Metamucil and drink enough water daily so that your urine is colorless. For the long term you may try to increase your intake of fiber foods. http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/high-fiber-foods/art-2005094

Answered 7/3/2022

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Can bowel changes caused by your period occur before your period actually starts? or do they only happen once it starts?

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