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I take 11-20 laxatives a day and can't seem to stop. i know i already have ulcers but i just can't stop what do i do?
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See a counsellor: The use of medication beyond indication leads to tolerance and dependency. Requires couselling and dealing with underlying mental needs that lead to abuse of usually medical medications.
Answered 7/13/2013
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