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Physicians and professionalsdefine pain as chronic if it lasts longer than three to six months and is persistent. It's distinct from acute pain that is a direct result of injury or trauma. This support group is dedicated to those suffering from chronic pain. Discuss treatments that have worked for you, find advice for your specific experience, and find support. You're not...

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nemcgrath 05/28/2008

If any of you are like me being on meds for years and years can mess with the plumbing of our bodies. I would suffer terribly! I found something that works:

MANGOS

Thats right, mangos! I even got my Mom to use them when she was having problems with her cancer meds...and it worked!

So you say...what do I do when they are not in season? Baby Food Mangos! Gerber makes mango baby food and it works just as good.

Just thought I would share!

deleted_user 05/28/2008

THANK YOU so much for sharing this. No, constipation is not funny as all of us who take meds can attest to! I appreciate any help in this area because what works for one doesn't always work for another, and this one may help many! Hugs to you and keep on sharing.

deleted_user 05/28/2008

thanks!! Who knew? Take care!!

deleted_user 05/28/2008

Part of the reason that mangos work is because they contain a good amount of insoluble fiber and magnesium.

You may want to try taking daily magnesium supplements, if you don't enjoy mango.

Or, in those extreme circumstances (especially where you are worried about a fecal impaction) you may try Magnesium Citrate. Magnesium Citrate can be found in liquid form at your local pharmacy, in a 10oz bottle (and it is cheap). It is one of the methods they use to clean your body out pre-surgery. Yes, you have to guzzle at least half of it, if not the whole thing. From what I hear, the lemon flavored one tastes better. This works very quickly, like a bullet - so have a private bathroom on hand.

Take care,
Laura

deleted_user 05/28/2008

Thanks I will give it a try,see this sites great,GOD BLESS AND GOOD LUCK.dugfair

GTK 05/28/2008

Thanks for sharing this good info... and thanks Celtic for adding to it.

deleted_user 05/29/2008

Thanks for sharing this!
I'll give it a try.

deleted_user 05/29/2008

Smooth Move herbal tea also works well. Good to know about the mangos. When you're on chronic narcotic meds they do mess up the plumbing.

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