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Difficulty passing stool for 6-mos. stool is smooth, sticky & not lumpy (drink plenty of water). very sedentary lifestyle (desk job). stool comes out pieces & difficult to pass when sitting. have to hunch/standing to pass. family hist. colon cancer?
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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 9/10/2022
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