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What is mean by change in bowel habit?

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Dr. Michael Dugananswered

Specializes in Hematology

Change in : Frequency, consistency, caliber, color of bowel movement. Or new findings such as discomfort with voiding or blood in stool.

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A 41-year-old member asked:

What could cause a change in bowel habits?

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Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered

Psychiatry 27 years experience

Possibilities.: Inflammation or infection of the colon & cancer are some possible reasons.

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