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Hi i have a constipation problem and a lot of white mucus is also present in my stool. it is very difficult for me to push out also. please help?

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Dr. Alvin Lin answered

Constipation: Make sure you're eating healthy, getting regular exercise, drinking lots of fluid & eating lots of fiber. Check w/your family doc to make sure your thyroid is not underactive (hypothyroidism). Stool softeners are fine. Osmotic laxatives such as MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) are ok too. But try to avoid stimulant laxatives like exlax to minimize dependency.

Answered 6/30/2014

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