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Sometimes i get urge to go poop. i sit & it kind of goes away, i push abit to see if i can produce anything and the tiniest amount of mucus comes out into the toilet. i had 2 negative fit test.don't want a colonoscopy but do you think it is needed?
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You may be merely experiencing heightened rectal sensitivity but instead of a colonoscopy you could consult a colorectal surgeon or proctologist who could perform a simple proctoscopy in the office. The prep is only a fleets enema the night before. In this way you'll have peace of.mind.
Answered 5/31/2023
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