A 41-year-old member asked:
can severe constipation causs hip back and groin pain?
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Dr. Ki-Hon Lin answered
25 years experience Orthopedic Surgery
Yes: Constipation can definitely cause regional pain, including back pain. Mag citrate can be very effective for constipation. If your symptoms persist after treating your constipation, see a physician for further evaluation.
Answered on Jul 29, 2018
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Many thoughts: This could be a disc that is made worse with internal abdomenal pressure from the constipation. Your physician can help clarify
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A 24-year-old female asked:
Dr. Vance Harris answered
37 years experience Family Medicine
Enema time.: Administrate an enema hold if in lying for a few then try to pass stool. Add MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) to make stool more soft so you can pass it.
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