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hilary07569
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i have persistent constipation, a totally new thing for me, at 76. ive had all the tests and a colonoscopy and nothing abnormal showed up. My bowels went back to normal for three days after the colonoscopy but now the constipation is back, worse than before.i have always had a very good diet, eat fibre cereal and six fruit and veg a day. i also play tennis and golf. dont know what more I can do. started on Movicol but doesnt seem to be working. Should i go back to Laxido which did work a little, prior to colonoscopy. The only causes I can think of are a course of antibiotics in May and then in June I gashed my shin, having to keep my leg elevated for longer periods of time. would it help to see a dietician?

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