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I have been having irregular (for me) bowel movements. i keep going small pebbles almost everytime i uritnate but never healthy poops. i have been using fleet enemas once a week. it is so relieving and helps me to feel cleaned out. is this okay?

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Dr. Vineeta Gahlawat answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Enemas would only help your evacuate what’s in your rectum but stool starts forming in your colon which is about 5-6 feet in length. So best way to treat your problem is at the source (diet) - with appropriate fiber and water intake hopefully your stools would be softer and easier to pass without need for enema. If still constipatedadding over the counter fiber supplement or stool softener is best

Answered 10/24/2021

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You may take a fiber laxative like Metamucil and drink enough water daily so that your urine is colorless. For the long term you may try to increase your intake of fiber foods. Consult this site for fiber foods. http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/high-fiber-foods/art-20050948 Wish you good health!

Answered 11/20/2021

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