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I have an 8-year-old son in perfect health who defecates 9 times daily. what could be the problem?
10 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
More data please: Even healthy appearing kids can have stooling issues.Volume/texture/stool water/blood, mucous or pus/excessive odor(clears a room)are important additional facts. Talk with your dr about the issue. At that age the kid is likely embarrased by the issue & wants it to stop. The issues could range from food intolerances/irritable bowel/even stool retention with leaking. A good exam & tests should help.
Answered 9/30/2020
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Needs eval: I agree with first answer. Normal stool evacuation is 2-3 times a day. 9 times a day indicates rapid transit and he may not be absorbing nutrients well. Could be as simple food allergies or too many fruits... A detailed visit will be very helpful.
Answered 9/28/2016
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