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What Causes Frequent Bowel Movement And Change In Consistency Of Stool?

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Posted on Thu, 26 Mar 2015
Question: At 72, the consistency of my feces changed from fairly firm to soft and sticky, with bowel movements many times a day. Should I be concerned about this? The color of my stools is light brown.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. R.A. SINGH (43 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
stool examination is needed.

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for writing your query.
After reading your post, it seems that you might be having infection of the gastrointestinal tract. I would suggest that you should get your stool examined. You can take a probiotic and a digestive enzyme preparation for relief. Further medical management like adding an antibiotic and antiamoebic depends upon the reports of the stool test. Eat light meals prepared under hygienic conditions.
I hope this is helpful to you. If you have any further query, I will be happy to help.
Regards. Thanks.
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What Causes Frequent Bowel Movement And Change In Consistency Of Stool?

Brief Answer: stool examination is needed. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thanks for writing your query. After reading your post, it seems that you might be having infection of the gastrointestinal tract. I would suggest that you should get your stool examined. You can take a probiotic and a digestive enzyme preparation for relief. Further medical management like adding an antibiotic and antiamoebic depends upon the reports of the stool test. Eat light meals prepared under hygienic conditions. I hope this is helpful to you. If you have any further query, I will be happy to help. Regards. Thanks.