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What to do if i have taken laxatives every day for 10 days, will this have permanent damage?

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Possibly: If you take laxitives regularly, you may lose the normal reflex and develop 'laxitive bowel' alot of elderly get this and end up needing daily enemas. A better diet with fiber and regular exercise is a much better plan.

Dr Parvez agreed

Answered 9/4/2013

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