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What Causes Foamy And Soft Stools?

i have been having bowel issues for the past 6 months or so. they are different all the time. and not from what i eat. sometimes snake smooth no more than 3 inch lengths along with flatness at times. today i had a bowel movement very puffy like with white foam. it came out shaped like it should but immediately dissinegrates to little bits when it hits the water. Could this be from problems with the pancreas or infection of candida?
Tue, 12 Jan 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have foamy and soft stools. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like inherited intolerance for gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley and rye , including IBS, parasitic infections and gall bladder disease. I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination . Doctor may order ultrasound , stool test or take history to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe anti allergic , omeprazole , laxative or recommend removal of gallbladder or recommend you to take gluten free diet .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Foamy And Soft Stools?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have foamy and soft stools. Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like inherited intolerance for gluten, a protein found in wheat, barley and rye , including IBS, parasitic infections and gall bladder disease. I would suggest you to consult gastroenterologist for proper examination . Doctor may order ultrasound , stool test or take history to confirm the diagnosis . Doctor may prescribe anti allergic , omeprazole , laxative or recommend removal of gallbladder or recommend you to take gluten free diet . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari