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I had the stomach flu and i took pepto bismal to soothe my stomach and that was a day ago and i still haven't been able to poop what should i do?

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It's alright: Drink plenty of water. Walk. If your stomach will tolerate it, eat some bran cereal or vegetables. You'll be fine soon enough. Sometimes, after a stomach virus, your bowels slow down a little for a few days. Don't worry.

Answered 6/3/2018

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Drink water...: eat a balanced high fiber diet and give it time. You took a medication that is used to stop diarrhea - sounds like it worked. Yes, pepto can lead to constipation; however, one day without a BM does not concern me unless you are very uncomfortable. Resume healthy habits and your bowel patterns should normalize - if they don't then see your doctor.

Answered 8/6/2014

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