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What does it mean of your stool is a bright yellow but is more water like the actual stool and its burns to go to the bathroom.

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

It means: that it is time to get examined and tested. Your symptoms suggest an intestinal infection.

Answered 4/14/2017

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