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I am having problems using the bathroom. major constipation plus hemorrhoids. any good treatments?
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Try: Drinking more liquids, increase fiber in diet with fruits and vegetables, avoid junk foods, add metamucil fiber daily, use laxative like MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) if needed.
Answered 3/28/2019
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