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For months now, when i poop it is brown.. but when i wipe, there is a gooey yellowish color on the toilet paper. is this normal?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Yes, it is normal.

Answered 12/3/2022

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