Question 1

what causes explosive bowel movements?

Accepted Answer

Bowel movement: Explosive bowel movements are associated usually with  some type of infection. They can be associated with, for example, lasctose intollerance.  I would talk to a doctor.

Question 2

is it healthier to have 1-2 bowel movements a day, or 3-4 in adults?

Accepted Answer

Everybody different: However, in the perfect world the answer would be one or two.  As americans we eat so much processed food that there is not enough bulk to allow proper emptying which makes us have air pockets between stool sections.  We then have a bowel movement to the next air  pocket.  This leaves bowel content to stay against our bowel wall causing inflammation.

Question 3

after every meal i have to run to the bathroom and i have an explosive liquid bowel movement!

Accepted Answer

Need to see a doctor: This needs evaluation with your Primary Care physician. Have you had prior surgery? You may need a referral to Gastroenterology for a colonoscopy if you not had one in a few years.

Question 4

side and stomach rumbling/gurgling loudly, excessive gas, and explosive bowel movements? bad food?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Though it is more likely to be the typical viral gastroenteritis that has a tendency to go around at this time of year.  He should be seen, his doctor can prescribe meds to help relive some of his symptoms.

Question 5

my 11 year old son has had almost daily explosive loose stool that has torn-like edges and floats. happens at end of a normal bowel movement & usually in afternoon/night. happening about a month and im worried. could it be serious?

Accepted Answer

: Is he losing weight?  Is there blood in or on the stool.?   If this is persistent then you should have him checked out by a pediatrician or a  pediatric gastroenterologist.

Question 6

explosive bowel movements after eating. constantly farting. slight discomfort below belt line. ideas?

Accepted Answer

Food intolerance...: Not a lot of details to go on here, but you might be helped by keeping a symptom and food diary.  Dairy and/or gluten may be leading to your symptoms.  Start with just a diary to see if you find a correlation; if none found - consider elimination diet.  If symptoms don't improve, discuss with your primary doctor or a gastroenterologist.

Question 7

i has explosive diarrhoea on saturday morning and have been constipated since then,  ie no bowel movements.  no other symptoms,  except tired and hot (weather). do i need to see a doctor?

Accepted Answer

Gastroenteritis: No need to see a Dr. It sounds like you had a minor viral gastroenteritis that has since resolved. Drink lots of fluids/electrolytes, take a probiotic pill to replenish your glut flora, and rest, as your body is probably still fighting off the cause.

Question 8

i has explosive diarrhoea on saturday morning and have been constipated since then,  ie no bowel movements.  sore cramps and belly button feels like irs been pulled inside sharp pain and tired and hot (weather). do i need to see a doctor?

Accepted Answer

Diarrhea, cramps: Your symptoms may be caused by a viral intestinal tract infection or mild food poisoning. After profuse diarrhea, it's not unusual to have no BM's for 2 or 3 days. If you're experiencing persistent abdominal discomfort&amp; especially if there's associated abdominal tenderness,severe cramping,vomiting,black or bloody stools, get examined by a physician. Gradual improvement of symptoms would be good

Question 9

how do you know if your bowel movements are regular? for me, sometimes its once every few days, sometimes its twice a day, sometimes its pebbles, sometimes its other shapes. it seems very irregular. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

: There is a wide variation on what is normal for bowel movements. This depends on you, where you live, your diet, ex revise and state of hydration.

Google types of stools and see if you can discuss. With a health professional if still concerned. Better yet spend a few $ and subscribe to uptodate and read all about what is normal, what is not and then discuss with your Dr.

Question 10

how come i always have to urge to do bowel movement before working or going to class? could it be i have anxiety? how can i stop this, because its honestly annoying. nothing else besides that?

Accepted Answer

: Anxiety or stress certainly could have this effect. You should speak with your doctor about the best option for you. The main choices may be whether to treat the possible underlying problem (e.g. anxiety treatment, e.g. alprazolam, i.e. Xanax® or similar drug) or to try treating the symptom with a GI anti-motility drug (e.g. loperamide, i.e. Imodium®) an hour before work or class. Good luck.

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What causes explosive bowel movements?

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Is it healthier to have 1-2 bowel movements a day, or 3-4 in adults?

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After every meal i have to run to the bathroom and i have an explosive liquid bowel movement!

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Side and stomach rumbling/gurgling loudly, excessive gas, and explosive bowel movements? bad food?

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My 11 year old son has had almost daily explosive loose stool that has torn-like edges and floats. happens at end of a normal bowel movement & usually in afternoon/night. happening about a month and im worried. could it be serious?

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Explosive bowel movements after eating. constantly farting. slight discomfort below belt line. ideas?

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I has explosive diarrhoea on saturday morning and have been constipated since then, ie no bowel movements. no other symptoms, except tired and hot (weather). do i need to see a doctor?

A member asked:

I has explosive diarrhoea on saturday morning and have been constipated since then, ie no bowel movements. sore cramps and belly button feels like irs been pulled inside sharp pain and tired and hot (weather). do i need to see a doctor?

A member asked:

How do you know if your bowel movements are regular? for me, sometimes its once every few days, sometimes its twice a day, sometimes its pebbles, sometimes its other shapes. it seems very irregular. should i be worried?

A member asked:

How come i always have to urge to do bowel movement before working or going to class? could it be i have anxiety? how can i stop this, because its honestly annoying. nothing else besides that?

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