A member asked:

Past 3 days hv needed 2 strain 2 have a bowel mvmt daily when usually i have softer stools. no other symtms, no blood, no change in diet or exercise.?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Still normal range: The average American's bowel frequency is 1 every 3-4 days ranging to 3 per day. However, if any doubt, a call to your doctor is in order since he knows what medicines you're taking & what underlying medical conditions you have, that may be contributory here. Additionally, consider a stool softener & fiber supplementation at this time to re-normalize stool texture.

Answered 5/23/2016

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