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What Causes Severe Constipation Despite Taking Miralax Laxative?

For the past 2 weeks I have been taking a mild laxative (Muralax) recommended by my gastroenterologist to relieve the constipation sensation that I was experiencing. Although I was going to the bathroom without a laxative before, I still was getting the sensation that the bowel was still full. Should I be concerned with this feeling?
Tue, 30 Jun 2015
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Dr. Hanif warmly Welcomes you!

Thanks for consulting at my virtual clinic. I have carefully worked through your case, and I can realize your health worries. Being your physician, I assure you not to worry as I will take care all of your medical concerns.
 
Don't worry. It happens sometimes. Take Fiberall along with that laxative. Take plenty of fluids and fresh fruits, keep a healthy balanced diet. No sodas, no caffeinated drinks. Keep a good physical activity and you will feel the change.


If you feel that the aforementioned changes are not working anymore, I suggest you to go for a Colonoscopy to assess the reason. Bowel habits irregularities may be a sign of some very serious diseases of gastrointestinal tract. For colonoscopy you need to consult a Gastroentrologist again.


Hope it helps. If you need further, detailed and quick assistance related to any health issues in future, feel free to 'ask me a question' directly from my profile.

Have a wonderful time ahead.
 

Best Regards!

DR. MUHAMMAD M. HANIF

USA
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What Causes Severe Constipation Despite Taking Miralax Laxative?

Dr. Hanif warmly Welcomes you! Thanks for consulting at my virtual clinic. I have carefully worked through your case, and I can realize your health worries. Being your physician, I assure you not to worry as I will take care all of your medical concerns.   Don t worry. It happens sometimes. Take Fiberall along with that laxative. Take plenty of fluids and fresh fruits, keep a healthy balanced diet. No sodas, no caffeinated drinks. Keep a good physical activity and you will feel the change. If you feel that the aforementioned changes are not working anymore, I suggest you to go for a Colonoscopy to assess the reason. Bowel habits irregularities may be a sign of some very serious diseases of gastrointestinal tract. For colonoscopy you need to consult a Gastroentrologist again. Hope it helps. If you need further, detailed and quick assistance related to any health issues in future, feel free to ask me a question directly from my profile. Have a wonderful time ahead.   Best Regards! DR. MUHAMMAD M. HANIF USA