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Why does my feces smell sour?
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Could be diet: Your diet can play a major part in the way your feces smells. Would not worry about it unless you are having abdominal pains or diarrhea with blood or fevers. Maybe try a nice air freshener...
Answered 6/17/2021
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That is: Okay. May be due to diet or colon bacteria make up. Avoiding constipation and drinking of extra water may be helpful. The stool is not suppose to smell fresh.
Answered 4/10/2018
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