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Is it healthy to poop two or more times daily? i use the rest room about three times a day and don't know if its healthy....

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As : As long as there have been no changes in your stool pattern or stools such as diarrhea, constipation or bloody stools, then it is completely healthy. Some people only go 2-3 times a week and other folks go 2-3 times a day. We all have our own schedule. If this is a new change for you or if you are experiencing any of the stool patterns listed above, contact your doctor to discuss.

Answered 10/3/2016

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A member asked:

Is it healthy to poop two or more times daily? i use the rest room about three times a day and don't know if its healthy....

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Dr. Laura McMullen answered

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