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Is It Safe To Take A Laxative For Anal Pain & Bowel Movement?
I'm taking a generic Vicodin (500MG) and Valium (2MG) for anal pain. However, t does not ease the pain. I have been taking a stool softener as well, but it is not working. I haven't had a bowel movement in almost five days. Is it safe to take a laxative?
Mon, 30 Apr 2018
Hello,
Some advice that I can give to you is:
-Take an over the counter or prescribed laxative.
-Drink more water.
-Eat more fiber, especially soluble, non-fermentable fiber.
-Take Senna, an herbal laxative.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
Some advice that I can give to you is:
-Take an over the counter or prescribed laxative.
-Drink more water.
-Eat more fiber, especially soluble, non-fermentable fiber.
-Take Senna, an herbal laxative.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Dorina Gurabardhi
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