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How do you prevent loose bowels?
I am a 73 year old female. I want to know how do you prevent loose bowels?
1 Answer
Firstly, you need to determine why your bowels are loose. Are you lactose intolerant? Are you taking a supplement that can cause loose stools ( magnesium is classic). You need a complete evaluation by a physician Theresa M. Redling DO, FACP Chief, Geriatric Health Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center Director, Maida Geriatric Institute Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine Rutgers-New Jersey Medical School