Monday, May 25, 2009

What Should I Do If I Am Constipated? (by WebMd.com)

If you are constipated, try the following:

· Drink two to four extra glasses of water a day (unless fluid restricted).
· Try warm liquids, especially in the morning.
· Add fruits and vegetables to your diet.
· Eat prunes and/or bran cereal.
· If needed, use a very mild stool softener or laxative (such as Peri-colace or Milk of Magnesia). Do not use laxatives for more than two weeks without calling your doctor, as laxative overuse can aggravate your symptoms.


Information source: http://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/digestive-diseases-constipation?page=2

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