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I have a recurring issue where i will sometimes start to feel very small pieces of stool just inside my anus, mostly while walking. is there anything i can do to correct this? it is very frustrating

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Dr. Boris Aronzon answered

Evaluation: See colorectal surgeon to rule out tumor, hemorrhoids , fissure or ulcer. Gastroenterologist also can help.

Dr Singh agreed

Answered 6/14/2013

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Dr. Natalie Geary answered

GI: If you have trismus ( the feeling of needing to stool) or if you are constipated, regardless you should se a GI specialist to determine the cause.

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

I have a recurring issue where i will sometimes start to feel very small pieces of stool just inside my anus, mostly while walking. is there anything i can do to correct this? it is very frustrating

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Boris Aronzon answered

Dr Singh agreed

Dr. Natalie Geary answered

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