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10 yr old son takes 1/2 hour to move bowels each day. my uncle and brother also take a long time. is this okay or what should dr be looking for?
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Bowel habits: He may have a tight sphincter which makes it harder to have a movement. Sometime dilation might help the condition. You might also try giving him more fiber in his diet like whole grain cereals and fruits and vegetables as well as less dairy products.
Answered 4/29/2013
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