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I had very soft stool,after using medicines like bismuth(for helicobacter),then i had constipation for 3 months now i had soft stool again. ideas?

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Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Constipation: sounds normal. Could be irritable bowel syndrome. Increase your fluids and fiber in your diet.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 3/17/2015

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