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Unable to poop unless I take a laxative

2023-12-15 20:58:39
HI Doctor, I am not able to pass poop for 4-5 days unless I take a laxative which is prescribed by the doctor. I go regularly once I take laxative(15ml) and the poop is too watery at such times. However, If I reduce the quantity of the laxative to 10ml, I can't poop at all for 4-5 days. This has been a pattern since more than a month.I need to understand the root cause why it could be happening. I have mentioned all the medicines that I am taking currently. I drink enough water (4-5 ltrs a day), exercise regularly and I eat homemade food with a lot of fibre involved. Please help. Thanks.
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Need few more details Kindly consult

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Need to do uroflowmetry for propr flow of urine .. sometimes psychological anxiety may be a reason so don't worry

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