Lately I have had what I refer to as bowel problems. I m often constipated at least partially. I say partially because sometimes a portion of the fesses seems to be eliminated with sharp edges. A portion seems to remain in part of the bowel for another time just getting more and more hard. Finally when eliminated it tears the skin around the anus. Once I manage to eliminate the hard part I will get diarrhea and sometimes have a hard time getting to the bathroom completely on time. I can t always hold it back. Lovena