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My friend just told me that she has empty bowel syndrome. i said, "never heard of it, but it sounds unpleasant." so now i'm trying to look it up.

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Dr. Robert Wilson answered

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?: Never heard of "empty bowel syndrome", although it sounds a lot like irritable bowel syndrome. Recommend checking out this possibility with your friend.

Answered 3/22/2020

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A member asked:

My friend just told me that she has empty bowel syndrome. i said, "never heard of it, but it sounds unpleasant." so now i'm trying to look it up.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Wilson answered

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