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Prevention

Prevention of fecal impaction centers on preventing constipation. Fiber should be added to the diet to promote normal stool. Additionally, the right amount of fluids and exercise may help the formation of normal stool.

Always respond promptly to the urge to defecate.

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Reviewer Info: Jenifer K. Lehrer, MD, Department of Gastroenterology, Frankford-Torresdale Hospital, Jefferson Health System, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.; ADAM Health Illustrated Encyclopedia, 10/13/2006
 
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