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I haven't had normal stool in about a month it's been pellet stool, why is this?
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Constipated...: Even if you are having daily bowel movements, if they are harder and "pellet-like", this is consistent with you being constipated. Increasing your fluid intake and fiber rich foods can help. A trial of over the counter MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) will soften stools. It can be titrated to get a good stool consistency. The only side-effect is too loose stool.
Answered 6/30/2014
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