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I have severe constipation, i'm thinking of taking an enema, but i've taken laxatives for the past two days and i get squamish at the thought of putting a enema in my butt, putting anything near my rectum makes me uncomfortable. help?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Run or jog: While it may sound counterintuitive a light run or jog may do more than a laxative and/or an enema. What makes you think of an enema otherwise, specifically if it makes you uncomfortable? Otherwise talk to your pediatrician as you may need work up for your chronic constipation.

Answered 1/16/2021

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A member asked:

I have severe constipation, i'm thinking of taking an enema, but i've taken laxatives for the past two days and i get squamish at the thought of putting a enema in my butt, putting anything near my rectum makes me uncomfortable. help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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