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What could cause frequent white strings (maybe 0, 5 cm long) in stool? no pain, and stool looks normal.

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Dr. Martin Morell answered

Have: Stool checked for parasites, or it could be something in your diet. Good luck!

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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