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Prolonged use of mineral oil

I have been drinking a tablespoon or two of mineral oil every evening at bedtime for more than two years due to the difficulty I have moving my bowels due to a rectocele.  Is there a bad side effect with using mineral oil for years?
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242593 tn?1313864321
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No, it does not get absorbed. I would continue if it helps you.

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I have been takeing it for 40 year's , no problems, could not live with out it.
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