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Is it normal to have to poop 7-10 times a day? and when i have to go i have to go immediately i've tried changing my diet. that didn't help.

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

NO: its not normal! You should speak with your Primary Care Provider about evaluation and treatment for IBS D and the elimination of other reasons for frequent stools! Hope this helps! Dr Z

Dr Trivedi agreed

Answered 2/13/2016

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A member asked:

Is it normal to have to poop 7-10 times a day? and when i have to go i have to go immediately i've tried changing my diet. that didn't help.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Zimon answered

Dr Trivedi agreed

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