Question 1

why is my poo soft?

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Has more water in it: The softness of poo usually depends on the water in it. Some people have soft poo as their "normal", but a change from formed poo to "too soft" poo is likely a problem. Poo that travels too quickly through the intestines will still have too much water in it. Poo mixed with undigested sugars (excess fruits, juice) will hold on to much water. A doctor can check for infections like giardia, etc...

Question 2

why is my poo black?

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Not sure?: Are you taking iron, peptobismal or other meds that can turn stool black?  If the stool has a foul smell, is black and sticky - that could be a sign of gastrointestinal bleeding & would merit prompt medical evaluation. Take care.

Question 3

i need a poo what do i do?

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Constipation?: There are many products on the market for constipation. Without more history and more health history, I would not recommend anything other than increase water and fiber intake and maybe a mild product like senna without or with colace (docusate sodium).  Hope you have good results with this intervention

Question 4

why is my poo always runny?

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Many reasons: There are many reasons why your stool can be runny. Medications and supplements that you are taking can be one. Your diet too can highly influence the consistency of your stool; if you are taking too much fiber or prunes. Less common causes would be infection and certain medical conditions which your doctor can check for.

Question 5

why is my child's poo green?

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Bile: The greenish color in stool is the breakdown product of the bile when it has not been in the gut long enough to go through a change to yellowish or brown. It is normal as is the  loose consistency. Some digested material will take on a darker tint than others &amp; the germs in the gut will also impact the final product. I'd ignore the whole issue.

Question 6

what can make your poo green?

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YES: Certainly eating different foods, especially colored vegetables and fruits can affect the color and consistency of your stools, and some may even make your urine or semen smell odd.  Hope this answers your question.

Question 7

what dose bloody in poo mean ?

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Infection or : Inflammation in the intestines typically. Though could also be hemorrhoidal.  If you are having abdominal pain could be life threatening.   See your doctor for further evaluation.   If you are lightheaded, dizzy, weak go to ER.

Question 8

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 9

creamy coloured poo in an adult?

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Doctor can check: Light colored poo can be due to not enough bile getting into the intestine.  If a person has gall bladder disease or some other bile blockage, such symptoms can occur.  A primary care doctor can evaluate and order some tests.

Question 10

what does it mean if i poo a lot?

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"Cure" for diarrhea: First define the problem (do you have soft or frequent stool?),  circumstances under which diarrhea developed (malabsorption,  pancreatic maldigestion, food intolerances, stressful times, exposure to ill individuals, food poisoning, ischemic gut, inflammatory colitis, etc.), severity (stool volume, dehydration, blood, night-time awakening, weight loss), &amp; duration. The "cure" depends on diagnosis.

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