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Suggest Treatment For Frequent Bowel Movements

I always go approx. 5-8 days between bowel movements. This time it was 14 days. I took ex-lax and that worked. I am wondering if the amount of time between bowel movements is a sign of anything else more serious. I have been constipated my whole life -
Wed, 16 Oct 2019
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Hello,

Your symptoms seem to be related to constipation.

I suggest using an over the counter laxativ option such as Miralax.

I also suggest using daily probiotics.

I recommend using a healthy diet and drinking liquids.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,

Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Frequent Bowel Movements

Hello, Your symptoms seem to be related to constipation. I suggest using an over the counter laxativ option such as Miralax. I also suggest using daily probiotics. I recommend using a healthy diet and drinking liquids. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi General & Family Physician