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Does defecation increase in early pregnancy?
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On occasion: There is no "rule" related to the relationship between bowel function and pregnancy. There may be dietary changes in pregnancy that cause changes in bowel function.
Answered 6/12/2017
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Not usually: Pregnancy usually has the effect of slowing the bowels and may lead to constipation. However, nothing is 100% and it could be that pregnancy may affect you that way.
Answered 11/28/2017
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