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I'm constipated i've drank 64oz. of gatorade w/ 51grams of miralax (polyethylene glycol) over 4hrs. i've only went a small amount still painful last bm was 8/16. blockage?
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Possible: Best to see your dr. And even a GI dr. To get the best evaluation and diagnosis of your constipation. Good luck.
Answered 3/25/2023
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