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My stool turned from hard brown to very soft mushy light brown. been like this for few months. very mushy. peanut better look texture. somethin wrong?
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IBS: You may have irritable bowel syndrome if your change in stools is associated with cramping, bloating and frequent stools among other symptoms. A gastroenterologist can diagnose and offer treatment options.
Answered 10/22/2013
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No.: A change in the consistency of stool is likely due to change in diet and hydration.
Answered 10/19/2013
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