Question 1

is it ok to poo 4-5 times a day?

Accepted Answer

Everyone different: We all vary, but is it a change for you? Is there any blood or black in it?  Do you have any belly pain? If so, you should have it checked out. Sometimes our diets vary and we need to clear out more than usual.  4-5 times per day is more than average and shouldn't be ignored if you have other symptoms.

Question 2

is it normal to poo 3-5 times a day? i have no other problem and the poo is normal no blood and its not loose

Accepted Answer

Not normal: 3-5 bowel movements is not normal. You should consult a doctor for an evaluation.

Question 3

my baby (2.5 years old) has been poo'ing 3 to 4 times a day for the past 4 days. soft and sticky texture. is it course for concern?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: If she is otherwise well with no fever, vomiting, blood in the stool, or weight loss, it is not concerning. I would recommend reviewing any change in her diet as a possible cause and if it continues or if she has any of those symptoms, please contact her doctor for further instructions and possible exam and or testing.

Question 4

is it normal to poop 5 times a day?

Accepted Answer

Can be...or not: May be normal for you- depend on y;our diet, hormones.  May be related to irritable bowel, inflammation, infection, other. 
Diet/symptom diary may help.  May be from lactose, fructose, sorbitol (sugarless gum, overripe fruit), meds
consistency -formed, loose, watery, greasy, sticky?
Gassy? Other symptoms? Night time bms? Large or small volume? Blood?
Discuss with doc.

Question 5

how many times a day should you poop?

Accepted Answer

Poop: There is no set number each person is different.

Question 6

how many times a day are you mant to poop

Accepted Answer

Poop: Everyone's digestive system is a bit different but generally speaking most people have a daily bowel movement.  Healthy bowel movements should not be hard or difficult to come out.  Drinking plenty of water and fiber and vegetables should help.

Question 7

why do i poop so much? i poop like 3 or 4 times a day.

Accepted Answer

Not normal: Although, more history is needed, having bowel movements three to four times per day is not normal.  1-2 is a more usual number.

To understand the issue better, you need to see a doctor.

Question 8

having poo with foam and sleepry like oil. also i need to visit toilet 3-4 times a day?

Accepted Answer

Oily stools: This could be secondary to an infection or malabsorption.  Some simple tests of your stool would help determine the cause.

Question 9

is that normal for my fully breastfeed four months old to poo 3-4 times a day? as i've heard they don't poo that often at this age.

Accepted Answer

Yes: Bowel patterns are very individual. It is very normal for a 4 month old to stoll after each feeding, 3-4 times per day.

Question 10

is it normal to poop 4/5 even 6 times a day ?

Accepted Answer

For a baby maybe: Not for an adult. Such frequency suggests Irritable Bowel syndrome, with diarrhea. This is often aggravated by various foods that can be discovered with a food diary. It accompanies other bowel conditions including celiac disease. You should have an evaluation done,

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My baby (2.5 years old) has been poo'ing 3 to 4 times a day for the past 4 days. soft and sticky texture. is it course for concern?

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Is it normal to poop 5 times a day?

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How many times a day should you poop?

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How many times a day are you mant to poop

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Having poo with foam and sleepry like oil. also i need to visit toilet 3-4 times a day?

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Is that normal for my fully breastfeed four months old to poo 3-4 times a day? as i've heard they don't poo that often at this age.

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Is it normal to poop 4/5 even 6 times a day ?

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