Constipation, Laxatives & Enemas
Misuse of laxatives and enemas. Many people think of laxatives as a cure for constipation. But heavy use of laxatives often is not needed, and laxatives can become habit forming. If you use laxatives too often, your body can begin to rely on them to bring on bowel movements. (Using laxatives too often also can cause diarrhea.) Over time, your body will forget how to work on its own.

For the same reason, if you use enemas too often, your body may begin to depend on them. Too many enemas may stop you from having normal bowel movements. Too much mineral oil, another popular laxative, can lower your body’s ability to use key vitamins (A, D, E, and K). Sometimes mineral oil, if taken along with other drugs that stop blood clots (anticoagulants), can cause unwanted side effects.

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