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I was very constipated so i increased my fiber intake and have been taking laxatives. this has loosened my stools, but now they're so large they clog the toilet... even though i'm going at least once a day. any advice?
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You're doing fine and there is no risk of harm. Keep flushing: any clogging is a problem with the plumbing, not your stools.
Answered 12/2/2022
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