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I've had on/off pellet stools (like a rabbit) & sometimes i'll have the more worrisome thin and long stool. there is no blood. i'm 26/230 lbs. cancer?
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Not likely: You need to increase the intake of water to the extent that your urine is watery, colorless and odorless. Increase intake of fiber. Since you may be overweight, replace some of your food with vegetables. If that does not help, add a fiber laxative like Metamucil.
Answered 10/24/2017
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