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What to do if i haven't had a bowel movement in three days. what should i do?

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Dr. Parul Krishnamurthy answered

Specializes in Obstetrics & Gynecology

See below: Eat more fiber, walk daily, drink 6-8 glasses of water a day, avoid processed foods. For now try MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) 17 g daily for the next few days, may also need a dulcolax suppository. If chronic constipation persists, get a GI evaluation.

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Answered 1/16/2020

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