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Flat stools? Normal or not? [NSFW]

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jay53812
jay53812

Hey,

I need some help, does this look normal? Or a sign of something more serious?

Any help would be appreciated! 

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  • fernando90225
    fernando90225 jay53812

    Posted

    Yes it's normal. Your bowels might need cleansing. Impacted fecal matter builds up and when you go poo it comes out flat or different than normal. Is it everyday.????

  • pippa58442
    pippa58442 jay53812

    Posted

    What other symptoms do you have?
    • jay53812
      jay53812 pippa58442

      Posted

      That’s my main symptom, had these for about 4 weeks. I also have occasional abdominal pain. Lower back pain. Lots of gas and have passed mucus alone and with stool a few times. Had blood due to excessive wiping as have OCD about cleaning down there, this hasn’t happened since I switched to Wipes though. Also have frequent urination.
    • pippa58442
      pippa58442 jay53812

      Posted

      It might be IBS which can cause frequent urination along with the other symptoms you are having. However, since you have had this for four weeks, you should see your doctor to rule out other causes including urinary infection.
    • jay53812
      jay53812 pippa58442

      Posted

      Hi Pippa, I have been to doctors a few times in the past month about it. They said it’s IBS. However I only had bloods done / they were clear though. I just can’t shake that it’s something more serious though rolleyes 
    • pippa58442
      pippa58442 jay53812

      Posted

      If all your tests were clear, your doctor can diagnose IBS.  I would accept your diagnosis and trust your doctor if no more serious symptoms appear.  Try a food diary or the low Fodmap diet to check for any food intolerance. Have your bowel habits changed to constipation or diarrhoea?  Does your pain move about?  Ask for an antispasmodic.
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