Ever wondered what happens to your insides if you take a lot of laxatives over time? Well, luckily for you, doctors have explained all.

Laxatives are a type of medicine used to treat constipation. There are a few different types available, but one you’ve probably heard of is senna, a stimulant laxative which works by prompting your gut muscles to move your poo along.

Taking to TikTok, gastroenterologist Dr Wendi LeBrett explained that people who use senna-based laxatives a lot end up with a colon that goes from a “healthy pink colour” and takes on more of a leopard print effect.

The change, dubbed melanosis coli, is “completely benign”, said the bowel health expert. “There are no studies that show that it........

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