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What Does Pasty Stool After A Colonoscopy Indicate?
Question: I have very pasty stools and they seep out without me pushing, Had colonoscopy a few weeks ago - removed 2 polyps. I have a history of constipation so this change is puzzling No change in eating habits.
Brief Answer:
Infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query
Pasty stool in an otherwise normal individual is caused by infection of the intestine. This is what you should do
1. Drink plenty of water
2. Avoid milk, caffeine and alcohol until you are better
3. Tab Sporolac three times a day can help replenish the gut with good bacteria for 5 days
4. Have 4 spoonful of plain yoghurt morning and night
5. Avoid food rich in fat until this is better
6, If the problem persists please send a stool for routine test.
I hope I was of help, if you have any further queries please get back to me
Infection
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query
Pasty stool in an otherwise normal individual is caused by infection of the intestine. This is what you should do
1. Drink plenty of water
2. Avoid milk, caffeine and alcohol until you are better
3. Tab Sporolac three times a day can help replenish the gut with good bacteria for 5 days
4. Have 4 spoonful of plain yoghurt morning and night
5. Avoid food rich in fat until this is better
6, If the problem persists please send a stool for routine test.
I hope I was of help, if you have any further queries please get back to me
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