ï Do not strain when having a bowel movement. Ask your doctor about a stool softener or a laxative that is safe to use. ï Do not use enemas, suppositories and any harsh laxatives that could cause rectal bleeding. ï Exercise can help with constipation.
Average Salaries. After completing medical school and the required on-the-job training, in 2010 the average doctor earned $80 per hour, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. This hourly rate translates into an annual salary of $166,400. With benefits such as health care, retirement plan contributions and paid leave, the total pay is often higher.
How Much Doctors Make by Specialty: $174,000 to $413,000. The table below shows doctor salaries from $174,000 to $413,000. In truth, some doctors may make $650,000 a year or more. The data in the table was compiled my Medscape, a service that provides research and medical information to the healthcare industry.