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A member asked:

When i tell the gi dr that bms take an hour to come out he assumes constipation. but it's soft and comes out a little at a time. what could cause this?

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Pelvic floor issue?: In the right circumstances such symptoms may be related to pelvic floor dysfunction where the muscles cannot coordinate defecation. Enemas can be useful in such a situation. Talk to your doctor.

Answered 4/11/2014

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