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Why does my food keep passing through me so quickly? i eat and then need to go to the toilet. whats happening?
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Transit time: The transit time is the term used to describe the time required for an item to move from mouth to anus. Normal transit time in adults is usually 2-4 days. Shorter times suggest irritation/malfunction of the gut & can be from infectious or non infectious causes.Only a review of your history/exam & likely testing can sort out the cause of your problem & way to help.
Answered 6/22/2019
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