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Been constipated for 2 days but when i go it looks big and fluffy my doctor told me it was my diet but can lots junk food cause that how do i treat it?

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Dr. Bryan Levey answered

You start eating....: ...A better diet. Lose the junk food, which means the chips, the nuggets, the cookies, the fries, and anything else that's processed/fried/fatty/comes out of a plastic bag. Eat fresh fruits and vegetables, and you will be amazed how this problem will likely go away.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 5/11/2013

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A member asked:

Been constipated for 2 days but when i go it looks big and fluffy my doctor told me it was my diet but can lots junk food cause that how do i treat it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bryan Levey answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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