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I have dark brown, sticky stools. also am bulimic. should i be concerned as it is hard to wipe clean as it is like an frosting consistency?
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Bulimia IS a concern: Whether you've been Dx'd or just see it as a problem - it should be corrected as the effects can be serious - see a Eating Disorder therapist! But the stool might be related to foods you eat and/or gluten or lactose intolerance or other conditions. Here's info: http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2013/02/14/normal-stool.aspx Washing like a bidet will help and have an exam.
Answered 2/28/2017
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