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Having frequent bm's many small bits instead of solid stool also a lot of gas for the past week. could this be the parasite i been seeing news stories?
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Parasites uncommon: Parasites aren't very common in the us, though not aware of the news story to which you are referring. Try to increase your fiber and take some probiotics (yogurt or pill form) to try to balance yourself out. If it keeps going on, you should see your doctor.
Answered 8/8/2013
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