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I am using finger to remove remaining stool.will this effect organs or health?

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Dr. Douglas Fronzaglia ii, do, ms answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine - Geriatrics

Probably not...: But you may want to increase your dietary fiber to soften your stool.

Answered 3/12/2016

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A member asked:

I am using finger to remove remaining stool.will this effect organs or health?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Douglas Fronzaglia ii, do, ms answered

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