Question 1

what could be causing my frequent bowel movements in a morning and then ending in diarrhoea ie loose watery stools?

Accepted Answer

Is this new?: Change in bowell habits, with watery stools needs a diagnostic work up.

See your health care provider.

Question 2

pale stool, not every time, frequent bowel movements daily?

Accepted Answer

Bile duct disorder : Obstruction of the bile duct can cause pale stools with poor absorption of food &amp; diarrhea. Gallstones may be a cause. Consider a thorough evaluation with a gastroenterology specialist.

Question 3

hi, i've been experiencing pain in my abdomen and more frequent bowel movements. my stool is soft (and appears slightly undigested) ideas?

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Not clear: We try to make sure there's no inflammation in your bowels with a good history (ie do certain foods or stress provoke your symptoms), testing your stools and if needed an endoscopy. If all is normal, it may be irritable bowel syndrome. See your doc but feel free to consult me if I can be of further help. Hope this helps though!

Question 4

i am experiencing  anal itching for the last 3 to 4 months. now i'm always aware that i have an anus. on an itchiness scale:  pbly 2 out of 10 . i've always farted a lot. and when at home i have frequent bowel movements (sometimes dark stool)?

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Pruritis ani causes: Could you be referring to fissures, fistula, abscess? Sexually transmitted disease (syphilis, gc, hiv, etc.) should be considered. Hemorrhoids &amp; rectal prolapse can appear as an outward bulging. Anal trauma of any kind may cause mechanical injury. Skin eruptions need to be considered. Evaluation is recommended to distinguish serious versus less concerning reasons for your problem before treatm

Question 5

my 6 year old girl has frequent bowel movements more than 6 times a day. normal stool. but complains tummy hurts before bowel movement.

Accepted Answer

Needs evaluation: This can often be from a specific food intolerance and or a condition called celiac disease where they react to wheat gluten. There are other issues too. None can be assessed without a history/exam/testing.

Question 6

woke up to on and off stomach pains, frequent bowel movements, narrow/thin stools, and a little gas. what could this be and how can i get rid of it?

Accepted Answer

Time to see a doctor: Any stomach flu type of illness can have some nausea, bloating, vomiting, diarrhea, tummy pain, tummy cramps, fever, chills, sweating, dizziness, etc...  One person can have some or all of these symptoms. If symptoms are mild, they might go away in a day or two. Sometimes they can be severe or last a whole week, so a doctor's evaluation is helpful if symptoms are worse than just mild.

Question 7

i suddenly started having pains in and around my belly button. now im having frequent bowel movements and they are soft. what is this?

Accepted Answer

Spastic bowel?: Could be any number of things including Irritable Bowel, infection or related to ingestion of food product.  If symptoms persist would see a doctor to be sure it does not represent infection or inflammation of the intestine.

Question 8

i have very frequent bowel movements. should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

stool: Consult a gastroenterologist to rule out comoros or irritable bowel.

Question 9

what could be causing me to have frequent bowel movements? too much roughage?

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Too much roughage: Yes if there is more bulk in the diet due to more roughage than you will have bulky and more frequent bowel movements.

Question 10

i have frequent bowel movements  right after eating, often loose, is this normal?

Accepted Answer

No: See your doctor for full history, exam, and possible tests.  It may be easily avoidable with simple diet modifications.

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What could be causing my frequent bowel movements in a morning and then ending in diarrhoea ie loose watery stools?

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Pale stool, not every time, frequent bowel movements daily?

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Hi, i've been experiencing pain in my abdomen and more frequent bowel movements. my stool is soft (and appears slightly undigested) ideas?

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I am experiencing anal itching for the last 3 to 4 months. now i'm always aware that i have an anus. on an itchiness scale: pbly 2 out of 10 . i've always farted a lot. and when at home i have frequent bowel movements (sometimes dark stool)?

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My 6 year old girl has frequent bowel movements more than 6 times a day. normal stool. but complains tummy hurts before bowel movement.

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Woke up to on and off stomach pains, frequent bowel movements, narrow/thin stools, and a little gas. what could this be and how can i get rid of it?

A member asked:

I suddenly started having pains in and around my belly button. now im having frequent bowel movements and they are soft. what is this?

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I have very frequent bowel movements. should i be worried?

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What could be causing me to have frequent bowel movements? too much roughage?

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I have frequent bowel movements right after eating, often loose, is this normal?

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