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I can physically feel my stool in my intestines when i lay flat and i touch my lower stomach. my doc wants to check my stool. i am 5'5 114lbs?

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Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Common: People who are thin and who have firm stools may be able to feel their stool in the abdomen - it's normal. If you are constipated, or have difficult/painful stools, consider adding soluble fiber (2 tbsps twice daily) and drink lots of fluids/stay well hydrated.

Answered 11/7/2017

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