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A 48-year-old female asked:
Been having trouble with constipation for about 6 weeks. i was advised to take laxido a laxative for it which i have been doing. i still need to take laxido to have a bowel movement. i did have a colonscopy in may for different bowel issue clear?
2 doctor answers • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Silviu Pasniciucanswered
Internal Medicine 29 years experience
Physical exercise, such as running or jogging plays a critical role in keeping bowel movements regular when done consistently few times a week. Hydration is next with a log to keep foods that are causing trouble most of the time when ingested.
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Answered Nov 02, 2022
Dr. Gurmukh Singhanswered
Pathology 51 years experience
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. Consult this site for fiber foods.
http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/high-fiber-foods/art-20050948
Wish you good health!
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
Answered Nov 02, 2022
Last updated Nov 2, 2022
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