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Why would you go to the doctor for that instead of first trying one of the many known solutions?

* a tablespoon of epsom salt * a tablespoon of mineral oil * several OTC products

I did try a boatload of OTC products, and eventually went to a generalist and then a specialist when it became severe and chronic. The OTC products recommend that on their labels. I now manage it with careful diet and a daily dose of polyethylene glycol.

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