Question 1

is it  normal to poop assoon as your doneeating likeonce u finish youmeal you go take a poop?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Eating stimulates "peristalsis" which means the intestines are moving food along. If you have stool near the end of the intestinal tract, you will have a bowel movement.

If you are having more than 2-3 bowel movements per day, diarrhea, pain, or blood in the stool, talk to your doctor about IBD and colitis.

Question 2

is it normal to take multiple poops in one day?  why is that?

Accepted Answer

It can be: If there is no blood in the stool, vomiting, fever, weight loss, travel history, or other associated symptoms, this is unlikely to be a significant problem. Review your diet to see if there is anything new. Sometimes we recommend eliminating one food group at a time (such as dairy) to see if that makes a difference. If any other symptoms occur or not improving, please discuss with your doctor.

Question 3

i'm having a lot of pressure and i feel like i have to take a poop but i know i don't, is this normal?

Accepted Answer

IBS: You may have an irritable bowel syndrome and the abdominal pressure may be from intestinal contractions and gas entrapment. If these symptoms persist or worsen, a gastroenterologist is best qualified to evaluate and advise you. On the other hand,the pressure may be from incomplete bowel movements and a glycerin rectal suppository May improve your evacuations.

Question 4

can you take metamucil more then 2 weeks? because ive been having normal poops in the morning then really soft poop in the afternoon?

Accepted Answer

: It's definitely safe for much longer than two weeks. Many or most people who benefit from stool fiber products like Metamucil take it for years.

Question 5

hi i take lax-a-day power everyday and ever since i start my poop is either really mushy or ribbon like/flat/really really soft ... is this normal? ne

Accepted Answer

Laxative: It's best not to rely on frequent laxative use, but instead follow a program of adequate water intake and intake of good fiber foods and or supplements like metamucil. Flat stools are not unusual with bowel irregularity and mushy stools are the result of laxatives. If you have further concerns, consult a gastroenterologist for evaluation and advice about a bowel management program.

Question 6

im pooping but not a lot; just small pieces. i take miralax fairly regularly and was gonna try a suppository. should suppository help? i had a normal colonoscopy few years ago. thanks?

Accepted Answer

: Rather than taking Miralax or a suppository, you should initially consider increasing the amount of fiber in your diet and perhaps taking a fiber supplement such as Metamucil on a daily basis. Start out slow to avoid gassiness. Also it's a good idea to hydrate well, drinking more water. Good luck.

Question 7

when i poop, sometimes a little at the end won't come out easily, seems to get stuck in anus. wiping takes forever because i'm smudging the stuck poop around near anus. is this normal sometimes? poop not coming out cleanly?

Accepted Answer

: This is not an unusual problem. Many people have trouble with incomplete evacuation. If this is a persistent problem, you may want to try to increase the amount of fiber in your diet, along with extra liquids, to see if this simple solution may help. If it does not, then you should see your primary care doctor or a gastroenterologist. Good luck.

Question 8

my 7 wk old is breastfed and when i changed her diaper her poop was pea soup green. what could it be? should i take her in to the dr? is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Normal !!!!!!: While usually the color is yellow, all of the yellows, oranges, greens, browns  are normal colors for breast fed stools. The only colors to worry about are white, red and dark black (although purple with pink polka dots would be strange).  Changes in color reflect your daughters maturing GI tract with the ability to change amount of bile in response to your diet. Relax and thanks for breastfeeding.

Question 9

3 1/2 wk old has red dots not raised all over her body except face on enfamil and use draft on all her things, normal or take her to the dr np pooping?

Accepted Answer

See doctor : It sounds like it could be baby acne or seborrheic dermatitis but because she is so young, I think it's best that you let her doctor see the rash in person.

Question 10

poop has a metallic smell. normal size and consistency, light brown color. i take omeprazole 2 bid. and eat a serving of all bran every morning. ?

Accepted Answer

Seems normal: I don't think the smell of your stool necessarily means pathology. The heavy fiber diet leads to softer,lighter colored stools but you don't have any true bowel symptoms. If you have continuing concerns, consult your physician or a gastroenterologist.

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Is it normal to poop assoon as your doneeating likeonce u finish youmeal you go take a poop?

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Is it normal to take multiple poops in one day? why is that?

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I'm having a lot of pressure and i feel like i have to take a poop but i know i don't, is this normal?

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Can you take metamucil more then 2 weeks? because ive been having normal poops in the morning then really soft poop in the afternoon?

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Hi i take lax-a-day power everyday and ever since i start my poop is either really mushy or ribbon like/flat/really really soft ... is this normal? ne

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Im pooping but not a lot; just small pieces. i take miralax fairly regularly and was gonna try a suppository. should suppository help? i had a normal colonoscopy few years ago. thanks?

A member asked:

When i poop, sometimes a little at the end won't come out easily, seems to get stuck in anus. wiping takes forever because i'm smudging the stuck poop around near anus. is this normal sometimes? poop not coming out cleanly?

A member asked:

My 7 wk old is breastfed and when i changed her diaper her poop was pea soup green. what could it be? should i take her in to the dr? is this normal?

A member asked:

3 1/2 wk old has red dots not raised all over her body except face on enfamil and use draft on all her things, normal or take her to the dr np pooping?

A member asked:

Poop has a metallic smell. normal size and consistency, light brown color. i take omeprazole 2 bid. and eat a serving of all bran every morning. ?

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