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Chronic constipation since i was a baby.for years up until recently i thought any bm was good even if most of the time it's pellets. if i stay on top of water&fiber supplement im normal. lately notice i'm taking senokot 1-3/month to help. is that bad?

Q: chronic constipation since i was a baby.for years up until recently i thought any bm was good even if most of the time it's pellets. if i stay on top of water&fiber supplement im normal. lately notice i'm taking senokot 1-3/month to help. is that bad?

: Do not forget about physical exercise that is critical to maintain proper bowel motility. Infrequent use of Senna should not be a problem.

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Do not forget about physical exercise that is critical to maintain proper bowel motility. Infrequent use of Senna should not be a problem.

Answered 9/29/2022

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A member asked:

Chronic constipation since i was a baby.for years up until recently i thought any bm was good even if most of the time it's pellets. if i stay on top of water&fiber supplement im normal. lately notice i'm taking senokot 1-3/month to help. is that bad?

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