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A couple of times as of late, my stool comes out with a bit of a 'tail' just at the end. so it's normal size, but thinner at the very end. problem?

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Dr. Charles Cattano answered

Less worries please: Stool texture (regardless of volume or frequency of movements) , shape, & caliber are affected by multiple factors (fiber intake, bacterial load, GI transit, fluid secretion, sphincter and rectal tone, etc.) Share a photo with your GI doc for evaluation as warranted.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 5/9/2017

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A member asked:

A couple of times as of late, my stool comes out with a bit of a 'tail' just at the end. so it's normal size, but thinner at the very end. problem?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Charles Cattano answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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