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A member asked:

I am having pebble poops, but lots of pebble poops and still pooping almost every day. they are not painful and typically i dont struggle to get them out. will a stool softener help get me back to being more regular?

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Better than a stool softener would be extra fiber, which can be in the form of Metamucil powder or a Metamucil bar. Drink plenty of fluids when you are increasing fiber like this. You will be happier in the long run. Good luck.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 6/26/2023

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