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Are Frequent Bowel Movements Normal During Pregnancy?
Hi, im in my third trimester (37 weeks). From past 3 days im having bowel movements frequently... 5 to 6 times a day. Is that ok??? why is this happening so?? Does this have any impact on my growing baby? After passing bowels my lower back pains a lot..what can I do to prevent this??
Wed, 15 Jul 2015
Thank you for the question
That is normal
It has no effect on the baby
Make sure you don't have fever
And please drink fluids and water as much as you can
Dr Samer
That is normal
It has no effect on the baby
Make sure you don't have fever
And please drink fluids and water as much as you can
Dr Samer
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