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I spend a long time trying to defecate. i think i suffer from incomplete evacuation. my stool is not hard, but it takes a long time for me to evacuate. please, what should i do?

Q: i spend a long time trying to defecate. i think i suffer from incomplete evacuation. my stool is not hard, but it takes a long time for me to evacuate. please, what should i do?

: As long as you are not obstructed, this is probably not a problem To evacuate more effectively you could take over the counter docusate pills daily and that should take care of your concern.

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Dr. Richard Bensinger answered

As long as you are not obstructed, this is probably not a problem To evacuate more effectively you could take over the counter docusate pills daily and that should take care of your concern.

Answered 8/22/2023

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Dr. Robert Trager answered

You should seek a gastroenterologist for exam and treatment. Don't try to treat yourself.

Answered 8/22/2023

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A member asked:

I spend a long time trying to defecate. i think i suffer from incomplete evacuation. my stool is not hard, but it takes a long time for me to evacuate. please, what should i do?

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