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When constipated and you use an enema will you still have hard stools?
Very likely, yes. The enema helps to move material through the colon but the stool itself doesn't have time to absorb much of the water. If there is looser stool behind the harder material, that will of course remain loose and will follow the harder stool.
Can a small amount of rectal bleeding from a hard stool cause infection?
No. It just means you consumed something throughout your day that caused hard stool. Try eating grapes or drinking apple juice to soften your stool.
What are the different stool types and their meanings?
There are seven different types of stool, ranging from hard and lumpy to watery and loose. The consistency and appearance of stool can provide insight into a person's digestive health. For example, hard, lumpy stool may indicate constipation, while watery stool could be a sign of diarrhea. It's important to pay attention to changes in stool type as they can indicate underlying health issues.
My feaces is too hard to push?
take a stool softner
Ibleed when my stool comes out?
Your probably pushing too hard. You should visit a doctor, or buy a stool softener (cheaper at walmart)
White hard balls in stool?
The main cause of white hard balls in the stool is a gallbladder problem. You may have gallstones or your gallbladder may be inflamed so it is best to seek medical attention.
What is fecal impact?
fecal impaction happens when a body doesn't eliminate waste (constipation) and it gets all clogged up. It can become very hard and may need assistance in getting it out of the rectum.
What are the different types of human stool and what do they indicate about a person's health?
There are different types of human stool, ranging from hard and lumpy to soft and watery. The consistency and color of stool can indicate various aspects of a person's health. For example, hard and lumpy stool may suggest constipation, while loose and watery stool could indicate diarrhea. Changes in stool color, such as black or red, may signal underlying health issues. It is important to pay attention to changes in stool consistency and color as they can provide valuable insights into a person's digestive health.
Is stool solid?
Stool is typically solid, consisting of a mixture of water, fiber, bacteria, and undigested food. The consistency can vary depending on diet, hydration, and overall digestive health. Healthy stool should be formed but not overly hard, indicating a balance of fiber and moisture. If stool is consistently too hard or too loose, it may signal a digestive issue that should be addressed.
What causes grainy sand like stools in children?
constipation leads to loose grainy stool passing around a hard plug of stool. So constipation and encopresis.
How do you measure stool?
Measuring stool typically involves assessing its volume, consistency, and frequency. For volume, you can collect stool in a container and measure it in milliliters or grams. Consistency is often evaluated using the Bristol Stool Scale, which categorizes stool from hard to liquid. For frequency, note the number of bowel movements over a specific period, usually recorded daily.
How frequent should a child make stool a day?
That can vary from several times per day to less than daily. If the stool is watery and hard ot control it is too much (diarrhea) and if it is hard and requires straining to pass it is too little (constipation).
