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I have irregular bowel movements. one day i have a runny tummy the next day i am constipated the next day i dont need to go at all etc etc etc. ?
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IBS: Alternating diarrhea and constipation is characteristic of irritable bowel syndrome. Try to determine whether certain foods like those with roughage trigger the diarrhea. Look into the fodmap diet and try eliminating these foods. If you still have significant symptoms, consult a gastroenterologist for evaluation and treatment. There are medications for IBS with predominant diarrhea or for constpn.
Answered 3/12/2020
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