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I am in a problem of always full feeling in rectum....my poop process is very slow and takes alot of time...which is ruining my daily life activities.

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Dr. Creighton Wright answered

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Need exam: Even young persons can have rectal problems. If no mass on rectal or sigmoid, probably can modify diet, fluid, prunes and enhance your situation. Avoid chronic laxative use.

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Answered 7/5/2014

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A member asked:

I am in a problem of always full feeling in rectum....my poop process is very slow and takes alot of time...which is ruining my daily life activities.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Creighton Wright answered

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

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