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Constipation and Sacral Nerve Stimulation?

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I can certainly tell you what my routine is with laxatives. Here is what Mayo Clinic has as an overview. There is a nice chart explaining how each works.
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/constipation/in-depth/laxatives/art-20045906
I eat fiber-rich foods, lots of whole grains. I drink a consistent amount of water. I also exercise regularly. I use olive oil on quite a bit of my food that works as a laxative. Maybe try adding some/more EVOO (extra virgin olive oil) at meals and splitting your MiraLAX and taking it throughout the day.

As far as medications I use MiraLAX, senna (and senna tea) and prescription lubiprostone. They are each split and taken at different times which seems to help keep my system working consistently. Based on my experience I would recommend having a conversation with your GI doctor about coming up with a plan to make changes one at at time based on that makes sense with what they think is happening with you. You know your body and they know the science. Together you’ll make the best decisions.

I am interested to hear what you find out about getting an appointment at Mayo Clinic. Will you come back and provide updates? Do you think you will make MiraLAX changes, or maybe talk to your doctor?

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@jlharsh Hi. I've had the initial phone call and submitted the forms for setting up a consultative medicine appointment at Mayo in Rochester for this summer when I am on break from teaching and can travel. I also found a doctor in the region who will at least talk with me about sacral nerve stimulation implants for self-pay patients (though it may not be at all within my budget). Yes, I will check back in with updates.

I have spoken with many doctors about the Miralax situation, but will now try spreading the doses out over the course of the day. Thanks again.