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Constipation, Followed By Diarrhea, No Difficulty Passing Stools. Cause Of Worry?
I don t pass a stool for up to 5 days then go 5 or 6 times in one day! I get no pain, cramping or difficulty when actually passing the stools , just an urge to poop, for want of a better word! The stools are well formed and mostly on the slightly hard side. This has been going on for a while now, should I be worried or is this just normal for me???
Thu, 20 Dec 2012
Hi,
Likely it s habitual constipation if symptoms are there for year and not accompanying other symptoms including blood in stools or weight loss.
Can take a trial of isapgula husk two spoon a day with increased dietary fiber and water intake.
Get your TSH (Thyroid ) test done, and stool examined for occult blood for 3 samples to alley anxiety.
Hope this answers your query.
Please do reply in case of any further questions.
Wish you a speedy recovery.
Likely it s habitual constipation if symptoms are there for year and not accompanying other symptoms including blood in stools or weight loss.
Can take a trial of isapgula husk two spoon a day with increased dietary fiber and water intake.
Get your TSH (Thyroid ) test done, and stool examined for occult blood for 3 samples to alley anxiety.
Hope this answers your query.
Please do reply in case of any further questions.
Wish you a speedy recovery.
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