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At times after defecating and wiping myself if i later take a shower i find fecal matter that i did see earlier after the bm..what might cause this, and how do i treat it in order to reduce or eliminate this residual fecal matter?

Q: at times after defecating and wiping myself if i later take a shower i find fecal matter that i did see earlier after the bm..what might cause this, and how do i treat it in order to reduce or eliminate this residual fecal matter?

: What caused this was an incomplete cleaning of the anal area. You can try a wet toilet paperor wash the area with soap and water after BM. Best is a bidet.

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

What caused this was an incomplete cleaning of the anal area. You can try a wet toilet paperor wash the area with soap and water after BM. Best is a bidet.

Answered 8/2/2023

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A member asked:

At times after defecating and wiping myself if i later take a shower i find fecal matter that i did see earlier after the bm..what might cause this, and how do i treat it in order to reduce or eliminate this residual fecal matter?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

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