Hi there, i have a hard stool that i am struggling to pass, i can feel the stool but i cannot pass it, its very hard and feels very big. when i try to pass it i do have spotting(blood)?

Hard stool: In this case you don't take laxatives but instead work from below. Try using rectal glycerin suppositories. If not effective, try dulcolax rectal suppositories or a fleets enema. If impacted, manual removal is necessary. As a preventative take stool softener like colace daily according to instructions. A gentle stimulant like senokotS taken daily may be helpful.. Drink adequate fluids,eat fiber to