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When i poop, it is quick. in and out 2 minutes tops. why do done people take forever? practically reading the nyt, cover to cover.
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Some are constipated: You're normal and have nothing to worry about. Those who take long are probably constipated; their stool is hard. They have to strain, then may feel incomplete and wait a bit and try to push more out. This can be caused by lack of fiber in diet, dehydration, magnesium deficiency, hypothyroidism etc. But some may actually finish quickly and then sit there to have a break and finish their reading!
Answered 11/27/2017
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