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What Does Occasional Loose And Sticky Stool Indicate?

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Posted on Fri, 24 Jan 2014
Question: Hi, once or twice a week my stool is very loose and sticky, with no shape its just a big mass, usually dark brown in color. Anything to be concerned about?
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini (45 minutes later)
Brief Answer: Please provide the requested medical data of yours Detailed Answer: Hi, The very loose and sticky stool once a week might be related to: - foods you eat (especially greens) - any supplement you take As it happens once or twice a week and not frequently, then, to my judgement there is nothing to be concerned about. However, first, please indicate if: - you have done any previous test (colonoscopy, fecal examination) - you have taken any recent drug (antibiotic, etc.) - you have been constipated? Looking forward to kindly have your additional medical data in! Thank you! Dr.Alba
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Follow up: Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini (18 hours later)
Hi Dr. XXXXXXX - In response to your questions, no I have not done any previous tests nor have I taken any recent drugs or been constipated. I should clarify that while usually it is once or twice/week, on occassion it will be more frequent like 3-4 times. Thank you.
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini (15 minutes later)
Brief Answer: Loose&sticky stool might relate to foods you eat Detailed Answer: Hi again, Thank you for following up. If this is your case, and if you are not having any abdominal pain or other complains, then, most probably, the loose&sticky stool could be because of foods you eat. In case you are abdominal pain/discomfort or other complains, I'd suggest to: - do examination of stool for ova/parasites - culture of stool for candida/bacteria - do fecal occult blood test Meanwhile, I'd advise to: - avoid fatty/sugary/processed foods - if using raw vegetables (especially green leaf), please wash them thoroughly with water. - keep good hygiene when preparing foods - wash well your hands with water and soap after going to bathroom. Take care! Dr.Alba
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What Does Occasional Loose And Sticky Stool Indicate?

Brief Answer: Please provide the requested medical data of yours Detailed Answer: Hi, The very loose and sticky stool once a week might be related to: - foods you eat (especially greens) - any supplement you take As it happens once or twice a week and not frequently, then, to my judgement there is nothing to be concerned about. However, first, please indicate if: - you have done any previous test (colonoscopy, fecal examination) - you have taken any recent drug (antibiotic, etc.) - you have been constipated? Looking forward to kindly have your additional medical data in! Thank you! Dr.Alba