when to use help for BM (TMI Included)

smilin_eyes_58
on 2/21/11 9:44 am - IL
A lot of us have the BM problem.  I have found I use a laxative stool softener for a few days and if that don't work I go to Milk of magnesia to get things going.    But it seems like I am constantly stopping up the stool.  Since I am the only one living here If it gets to the point of having to call a plumber I will have to admit I'm the one doing these honking big ones. 

So what I want to know is should I just start taking a daily laxative(worried about doing that and becoming addicted to them) ?  Right now I wait until I start feeling uncomfortably full.  

What does everyone else do or am I the only plugging up the plumbing? 

Sorry for grossing anyone out. 
Cheryl
5' 5 1/2"
HW 319/DOS 288.8/NOW 213.6/ 105.4 lostSurgery 1/21/09
    
Jordiesmama69
on 2/21/11 8:39 pm - Roscoe, IL
I have IBS and have some major constipation issues. I have found that if I use Miralax faithfully, every day, it keeps things regular. I just add it to my crystal light every morning. It takes a few days to start but it will give you relief without taking a harsh laxative every day. Hope this works just as well for you!
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