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Having pencil thin stools for a few months could it be caused by low fiber intake should i be worried ?

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Dr. Zachary Veres answered

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Stool shape: At your age. Most likely your diet is deficient in fiber. Watch for bleeding and increase water intake and fiber intake. See your physician in follow up.

Answered 3/2/2015

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A member asked:

Having pencil thin stools for a few months could it be caused by low fiber intake should i be worried ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Zachary Veres answered

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