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What Causes Difficulty In Passing Stools?
Hi, My stools are no longer round most of the time. Its more on oval shaped. And unlike before, I need to eat otmeal daily or exercise a lot to be able to poop well. No pain nor weight loss. I also noticed when my stools are solid, I can easily poop it out but when its soft or liquid like, its more harder.
Wed, 25 Jul 2018
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Constipation can occur due to several underlying conditions like diabetes, hypothyroidism, low fiber diet, certain medications, obstructive lesions/masses in colon etc. A detailed clinical, laboratory and colonoscopic evaluation is needed to identify the cause. Meanwhile, drink plenty of water, avoid caffeine, stay active and eat fiber-rich diet to relieve constipation. You can also use Miralax as needed.
Regards,
Dr. Lekshmi
Constipation can occur due to several underlying conditions like diabetes, hypothyroidism, low fiber diet, certain medications, obstructive lesions/masses in colon etc. A detailed clinical, laboratory and colonoscopic evaluation is needed to identify the cause. Meanwhile, drink plenty of water, avoid caffeine, stay active and eat fiber-rich diet to relieve constipation. You can also use Miralax as needed.
Regards,
Dr. Lekshmi
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