Memphis, TN
A 56-year-old female asked:
I feel like when i use the bathroom my bowel movement is not finished.
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Dr. Donald Colantinoanswered
Internal Medicine 63 years experience
Incomplete sensation: I recommend consulting a gastroenterologist, podiatrist or colorectal surgeon for evaluation. Irritable bowel syndrome, anal sphincter problems, growths, or inflammatory bowel disease are some possible causes of your symptom. You will attain peace of mind if no serious pathology is found.
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Dr. Sanjay Bhat commented
Gastroenterology 38 years experience
Agree! One common reason is irritable bowel syndrome where a sense of incomplete evacuation is common. However, important to rule out other conditions like Dr. Colantino says.
Feb 14, 2020
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A 25-year-old female asked:
Tonight when i went to the bathroom i had a bowel movement, but it was like a white foam what is this?
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A Verified Doctoranswered
31 years experience
White foam: That is extremely unusual and either is due to something you ate or a serious problem such as an issue with the liver/biliary system
if this persists you must see a doctor.
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A 36-year-old member asked:
What does an ideal bowel movement look or feel like?
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Dr. Jeffrey Crespinanswered
Gastroenterology 30 years experience
Bristol stool score: There is a 7 point stool score with photos. Ideally you would have the 3, 4 score. Type 6 is too fluffy and type 1 is too hard.
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