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How To Treat Constipation?
I have been constipated for 2 days. I can't go to the bathroom. It hurts. I started colace today to soften my stool. I am also taking Metamucil and milk of magnesia. I also drank prune juice. It is very uncomfortable. Sometimes I feel the urge to go but it is watery. I am still clogged up. How long does it take to get better. I never had bowel troubles before. I also started Phillips colon health probiotics. What else can I do.
Mon, 18 Aug 2014
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Constipation is not the disease that can be treated unless it is being proved some pathology, else this can be well managed with general measurements like drinking more water, fibber containing diet, keep the regular habit of toilet, even if you do not need to go for, just go in and sit there for at least 20 minuets does not matter if you do not pass the stool, no need to apply the force, at the most you can try the, Isabgol powder, hope this helps.
Well come to HCM
Constipation is not the disease that can be treated unless it is being proved some pathology, else this can be well managed with general measurements like drinking more water, fibber containing diet, keep the regular habit of toilet, even if you do not need to go for, just go in and sit there for at least 20 minuets does not matter if you do not pass the stool, no need to apply the force, at the most you can try the, Isabgol powder, hope this helps.
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