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Hard Stool
Drinking an adequate amount of water, engaging in daily exercise, meeting the daily fiber intake, refraining from smoking and alcohol consumption, and ensuring sufficient sleep are essential practices. However, despite these efforts, individuals may still experience hard stools and constipation. I am not on any medication.
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If diet includes too much chicken/eggs with low oils/fats, stool lacks lubrication.
or May be a mild form of IBS-C (constipation-predominant) without pain or bloating.
Often linked to stress, perfectionism, or an overly tight pelvic floor
Next Steps
Add Natural Lubrication & Softening
•1 tsp cow ghee or olive oil at bedtime (or with lunch)
2 Soak 2 dried figs + 5 raisins overnight – eat in morning
3 Sit on toilet same time every morning, no phone
4 Practice deep belly breathing while sitting
5 Add curd, buttermilk, kefir, or fermented rice water
6 short course of probiotics
Health Tips
Persistent hard stools, even with a healthy lifestyle, may indicate an underlying issue. Don’t ignore it—consult a doctor if it continues.
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Hard stools or constipation is a problem of large intestine not digesting food in appropriate time
In order to know ur health condition better n more about it
Consult with me over here
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Need few more details
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Dr. Manoj Kumar
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10 yrs exp
Dehradun
Need few more details
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Dr. Sunil Nagar
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17 yrs exp
Rewa
Drink plenty of fluid
Intake fibre diet
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Dr. Chaithra H
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5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Cremaffin 10 ml during night.
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
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6 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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