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A member asked:

In the evening i have the urge to have a bowel movement but i don't have to go. why is that?

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Dr. Amy Tezza answered

? examination: You should get an examination of your lower intestinal tract if you haven't. The sensation of having to go without having a bowel movement might mean that there is a polyp or other colon lesion and over the age of fifty it's a good idea to get a colon exam even without symptoms for general screening.

Answered 7/5/2019

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