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I had a surgery to remove a testicle as there was a torsion the testicle died and got infected and ever since i've been very constipated i've been drinking less so that might be why and also i think they used a lot of painkillers would this cause it?

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Dr. Samuel Galima answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

It is typical that surgeons prescribe opiates like Percocet for post-op pain management in the U.S. Opiates are known to cause constipation and are often prescribed along with a stool softener such as Colace. Surgery can also delay bowel movement passage. It is good practice to maintain high fluid intake especially after surgery.

Answered 4/28/2022

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Use an OTC laxative followed by a stool softener and a diet with some fiber in it and increase your water intake. You will be fine

Answered 5/7/2022

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