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I've had constipation and some slight pressure in pelvis since birth control switch last week. should i see dr or wait 1st month?

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Dr. Scott Hacking
Dr. Scott Hackinganswered
Family Medicine 19 years experience
Constipation: Try increasing fluids, and taking Miralax (polyethylene glycol). Also prune juice or caffeinated beverages to help clean out the intestinal tract to see if this helps.
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