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I am a healthy 27-year-old but i haven't had a solid poop in my six month should i try probiotics?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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Stool Testing: Nope. You need to have your stool sent to the lab to look for a variety of problems. This is not to be ignored or just managed without testing.

Answered 11/18/2013

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A member asked:

I am a healthy 27-year-old but i haven't had a solid poop in my six month should i try probiotics?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Killian answered

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