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Should it hurt to defecate

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Anonymous

16y ago
Updated: 8/18/2019

No elimination of waste should not hurt. Often fecal matter will have so much moisture drawn out by the bowel that it can scrape the inside of the anus causing small scratches and cuts inside. This can cause pain. Speak with a pharmacist and ask for a stool softener. Muscle contractions in the bowel can also cause discomfort when defecating, mention this to your doctor on your next regular visit and medications like Buscopan (HYOSCINE BUTYLBROMIDE) can be prescribed.

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16y ago

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