Question 1

During my bowel movement. i noticed regular stool then flatten ribbon stools within the same bowel movement. any reason why?

Accepted Answer

That can be associated with processes near the anus. Tumor, poly, inflammatory bowel, sphincter problem. Seeing your doctor and getting rectal exam would be helpful.

Question 2

Ever since i had my colonoscopy about 1 month ago i have had ribbons (very soft) bowel movements. before constipation.

Accepted Answer

Hi, I think the normal flora of ur intestine has been disturbed with colonoscopy preparation, (we have good bugs living inside our guts) therefore I suggest adding Probiotic to your diet. If no improvement then see the doctor who has done the colonoscopy. Best of luck.

Question 3

Can you have a headache if you haven't had a bowel movement?

Accepted Answer

Yes reasons for not having a bowel movement include not eating which can cause a headache, constipation due to not having enough hydration which can cause headache.   Regardless you should be regularly going to the bathroom.  If your system suddenly changes you should be seeing a physician to figure out why it has changed.  Bowel movements are needed in order to get rid of toxins and waste from us.

Question 4

Had a colonscopy  done on monday. still haven't had a bowel movement.

Accepted Answer

Not too uncommon after colonoscopy.  I would get on fiber daily, stool softener, magnesium and try to get your bowels to move before constipation  worsens.

Question 5

After a colonoscopy i can't seem to have a bowel movement. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Remember that you emptied you entire colon in preparatio for the colonoscopy. You should have a bowel movement 24-48 hours after procedure. Check with the physician who performed the study.

Question 6

I haven't had a solid bowel movement in almost two months. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

What you are describing sounds like chronic diarrhea. You should see your doc to be evaluated so you can find and treat the cause. Left untreated, this can lead to dehydration and electrolyte imbalances, which can become quite dangerous in some circumstances. Start with your family doc and go from there.

Question 7

Should i be worried if i don't have a bowel movement for a few days after a colonoscopy?

Accepted Answer

Since you took a laxative orally to prepare for the colonoscopy, it is not unusual to go 2-3 days after a colonoscopy before having a bm.

Question 8

Why do i have to have a bowel movement when i get nervous or when i can't get to a bathroom?

Accepted Answer

Many species "relieve" themselves as an initial stress reaction. It makes it easier to flee or to fight without the burden of a full intestine. Psychotherapy may help you learn how to avoid some stress and how to be prepared for it when it has to be dealt with. Your pcp may also have suggestions for diet and medication options. Best.

Question 9

My daughter haveing bowel movement can't go i need to know what to do cause it hurt her alot.

Accepted Answer

Everybody needs to have 1 bowel movement a day, twice is better. Cosntipation: stool become hard, large/stony, hurts during bm. For fear of pain, child doesn't go, worsening constipation. Slimy stool come by side of impaction called soiling. Give more fluid, fiber, vegetable. Miralax (polyethylene glycol) 1 capful in 1 big glass of fluid x2/d x3d, then 1/d. Bowel training: x 4 mo. Fix a time, must go until have a bm.

Question 10

My formula-fed, one month old hasn't had a bowel movement in two days. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

This can be very normal as long as there is no symptoms of vomitting in excess, very bloated belly and loss of appetite. Yellow to green vomitting needs evaluation immediately. Otherwise on can keep an eye on this. Use of a q tip or glass thermometer with vaseline can help in rectal stimulation.

Ribbon bowel movement

During my bowel movement. i noticed regular stool then flatten ribbon stools within the same bowel movement. any reason why?

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Ever since i had my colonoscopy about 1 month ago i have had ribbons (very soft) bowel movements. before constipation.

Can you have a headache if you haven't had a bowel movement?

Had a colonscopy done on monday. still haven't had a bowel movement.

After a colonoscopy i can't seem to have a bowel movement. what should i do?

I haven't had a solid bowel movement in almost two months. should i be concerned?

Should i be worried if i don't have a bowel movement for a few days after a colonoscopy?

Why do i have to have a bowel movement when i get nervous or when i can't get to a bathroom?

My daughter haveing bowel movement can't go i need to know what to do cause it hurt her alot.

My formula-fed, one month old hasn't had a bowel movement in two days. should i be concerned?

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