A member asked:

For 2 months now my toilet habit changed from once daily to twice or thrice daily. atimes watery and a times pastery stool with plenty gas. am worried?

4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Should see an md: This issue has been going on long enough where you need an evaluation and labs. A change in diet will change bowel habits as well as a new medication, but none listed.

Answered 8/20/2014

3.8k views

Thank

Its important: any sto0l change at 49 likely needs a stool test for things like giardia, or other bacteria, and a colonoscopy. look to dietary changes, and medication side effects, ie metformin can cause a loose stool. increase fiber and fluids, call your doc and arrange testing

Answered 8/18/2014

3.8k views

Thank
Dr. Jalal Zuberi answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Get Checked: While detailed dietary, medical and travel history is needed for specific recommendation, a check with your doctor should help in pointing to some directions with simple stool and blood tests. For persisting symptoms you can get a referral to see a GI specialist for additional testing/imaging studies.

Answered 8/18/2014

3.8k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more