“Soft Bowel Movements? ”
Hello, I have a concern about my bowel movements which have been too soft. Lately, I would say it has been more frequent but, I started having this problem maybe about one year ago. It seems like when I eat greasy foods then this happens occasionally. I don't know if this would aggravate the problem or, not? Before, a movement sometimes, I'll just feel a dull ache in my stomach but, not necessarily pain. Then I'll usually have several small bowel movements sometimes in one sitting and, then I might have to go back again and, go a couple more times. It's soft, messy and, very stinky movements, that don't look normal instead of being firm and, having a better texture and, appearance. However, it's not diarrhea. As for eating other types of foods, I don't really think anything else bothers me. My diet is not that good. I do try to eat healthily but, sometimes I eat too much food fatty foods or, fast food. I also don't drink any water at all or, when I do it's very seldom. Which of course, I know that I should try to be drinking water every day. probably at least three times a day, right? My regularity is good of course, it could be better. I occasionally, I do get constipated. I'm not taking any medications I don't have a doctor. It's been many years since I've seen a doctor.
Female | 57 years old
Complaint duration: 1 year
Medications: None
Conditions: None
3 Answers
GastroenterologistGastroenterologist
It seems that the major problem is your diet. You should start a low fat, irritant fee diet and watch the response
You should discuss your chronic health issues with your physician in person. Personal health Information like this is best discussed when you’re in a physician’s office.
You should see a primary care doctor and have a basic medical work up appropriate for your age. A colonoscopy is due after age 50 if you haven't had one yet. Improve your diet and the stools will probably become more normal.
