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A member asked:

My vagina hurts when i strain to make a bowel movement. i just gave birth 3 months ago. i thought it would go away. but it hasn't lightened up any?

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May be constipation?: You may be constipated (especially if you are straining to have bowel movements). I would recommend plenty of water and use fiber therapy (Metamucil, etc.). There are other over the counter laxatives you may use. Hope this helps.

Answered 5/7/2015

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