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What is the reason of hard stool at starting hard portion comes and then soft no issue .how to avoid that it started some times I donot know the reason and I take regular same type of foods however sometimes I face this problem

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Increase your water intake & fruits intake if no disease ...  Read More

5 years ago surgery was done for anal fissure. Now again I have developed severe hard stool. Feeling intense urge but stool is not coming and I am getting fear of again Painful anal fissure .Please tell how can I soften this hard stool so that I can avoid anal fissure this time .

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Take syrup Cremaffin plus 10 ml after food for 3-5 days Take more fiber diet Drink plenty of water Try to consult ...  Read More

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How to avoid extra bulky and large stool. Even the stool is soft but I am afraid if the poop is bulky and hard it can cause harm. Please suggest.

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If I unexpectedly get severe hard stool . Then which laxative will be effective to soften hard stool so that I can avoid anal fissure ??? Please tell the name of the strongest laxative which must soften any grade of hard stool for occasional use .

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I am getting hard stools since a week so is it safe to have hard stools or is it unhealthy.what should be done.

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Hard stools are responsible for a number of sure shot complications including fissure, piles, fistula, diverticulosis and there associated complications. It should not be continued. Diet is the best t ...  Read More

I pass stool everyday 2 times but still sometimes stool becomes hard and another problem is for little hard stool just one time leads to anal fissure. Why this is happening ?? Please tell remedy.

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Hello dear don't worry Take Decoction of fresh Giloy Mulethi anjeer Draksha at morning,Or Soaked anjeer Draksha 50 gm approx.at morning, Isabgol 2 tsf at night with Lukewarm milk or water,Tab Triphala ...  Read More

I suffer from hard stool. First part of stool that passes is very very hard and rest our completely normal. But the first part is hard. I drink 2 ltrs of water every day and even eat fruits. Please help why is this happening

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Increased fluids intake is advisable ...  Read More

My friends daughter is having hard stools .She is falling sick for every 10days. Can you please suggest any medicine

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Thanks for asking the question. Most common cause of constipation in children is improper dietary practice. Child should take enough water according to his body weight and fibre rich food. If the chil ...  Read More

My stool is Very Hard !what is the solution for me . I have third stage ulcer previously . 3 Years ago.

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Hard stools are a very common problem in the general population. Please clarify what you mean by third stage ulcer. ...  Read More

I am having problem to Poo. As the stool has become very hard and not coming out.I haven't been able to do it since morning, PLease help.

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use proctoclysis enema ...  Read More

What are the most common causes of having dark brown stool? Recently I have started consuming chia seeds with water and noticed that after that I have started getting brown stool , can it be the cause of the above? Please help

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

Few days back I had hard stool which led to anal fissure. I took treatment. But now out of fear and to avoid hard stool issue my brain is taking too much stress and tightening my stomach all day. The stress and tightening of stomach is causing the initial part of my stool to be hard and the rest soft daily. Pls let me know how can I calm down my

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Hi mam Myself Dr Shrikanta Biswas MBBS MS FMAS GENERAL AND LESER PROCTOLOGIST. Please don't overthink, it's a natural to get fissure in ano, it will feel uncomfortable but after proper treatment it wi ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, Since yesterday i had constipation and the hard stool has been stuck there in anus so today while passing I strained to pass the hard stool after that stool was soft.. I am taking Duphalac for that. Just 1 week before my IVF pregnancy is positive will it affect the implanted embryo. Please reply

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Please donot strain . Eat healthy and fibrous food. Make a diet chart if u have the problem of constipation regularly. And u can use duphalac if really needed ...  Read More

Few days onwards I had very hard stool and yesterday with bright blood in stool and also bleed after passing stool itching around anus after passing stool burning sensation what would be reason somuch blood seen aftr passing stool

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Sitz bath Maintain hydration Maintain Hygiene High fibre diet ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I frequently get anal fissure. While passing stool, the initial part is often hard and causes pain. Sometimes it improves and stool becomes normal, but the problem keeps recurring despite good fluid intake. Please suggest what I should do and any medicines or precautions. Thank you.

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Consume soft,high fibre diet, stool softeners at night, Apply ointment containing lignocaine 2% and nifedipine in the anal canal twice daily for 2 months ...  Read More

Hi since 1 month I am facing cronic constipation where I was getting fresh into 2 to 3 days but now I am not able to pass stool. Feel that the passing area is very less and hard stool is unable to pass from there. Feeling very heaviness and taking the lactulose syrup 20 ml. Where is still there is no relief not even feel urge to go what to do now

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This appears to be significant constipation that needs proper evaluation. Self-medication with lactulose alone may not be sufficient. A detailed assessment is required, including your diet, fluid inta ...  Read More

Stool is very hard and very difficult to pass.it is not regular i am taking medicine librax twice daily

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

My baby is 7 months old ans he passed hard stool today which was black on the outside but when o break it - it's green , orange and brown on the inside . He did not poop for a day . Started solid a month back and is on iron drops but i did not give him Iron drops yesterday . He is always constipated and cries while he poops . Is it concerning ??

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The baby's symptoms, particularly the hard stools and crying during bowel movements, indicate constipation, which can be concerning due to the discomfort it causes. The black color of the stool is a c ...  Read More

In 5th week pregnancy through ivf. Daily water intake is 2-3litres Yet facing hard stool issue. Which is causing fissures. Kindly help with remedies

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Usually fissure heal by own in 7 -14 days , but the problem is hard stool or constipation. So use this remedy for healing fissure well- Anovate gel twice daily Lactulose syp. For constipation and cre ...  Read More

My stool is pass very hard. Today pass stool one drop blood will come . It's any serious problem or not. I am worried about my health.plz tell me. But not pain in that area. Anus part light damage

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It might be a fissure in ano. But it would be better if you get yourself examined by a surgeon and follow his/her advice. ...  Read More

Please let me know what should I consume daily to keep my stool soft? I am eating home made food and drinking 4 litres of water daily but still facing dry stool every now and then.

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Use triphala... But must get evaluation done first accordingly I can guide properly ...  Read More

Does consuming ghee at dinner time good for chronic hard stool problem? If yes, how much tablespoon is safe for daily?

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Yes 👍 — consuming **ghee at dinner time** can be very helpful for **chronic hard stools** in Ayurveda. ### 🔎 Why ghee helps? * It is a natural **Vata–Pitta pacifier** → reduces dryness i ...  Read More

I face hard stool problem very often. That's why i wanted to know if I can consume softovac powder daily to prevent hard stool.

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Yess It's fibre ...  Read More

My baby after hospital and use of antibiotic and anti flue is having hard time to do potty he is having difficulty to poop insipite of taking apple banana dry fruit anar daily he is well hydrated too. He has to push hard and try for more than 1 hr to poop. Discharge summary attach

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There are many questions I need to ask you . Contact me on practo or local pediatrician ...  Read More

I'm sick of hard stool problem. Which ayurvedic medicine is safe to consume daily for chronic hard stool issue?

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Hello, Chronic hard stools are usually due to an irregular diet, less water intake, lack of fibre, sedentary lifestyle, stress, or sleep disturbances. In Ayurveda, it is often linked to aggravated Vat ...  Read More

I want to know does isabgol husk soften hard stool? Can isabgol husk be given daily to the patient with chronic hard stool issue?

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Yes..it helps to soften stools ...  Read More

I have been noticing that only rice,dal and potato is what keeps my stool soft but when I eat Vegetables my stool gets dry and hard. Why this is happening and how can I treat this problem?

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Your observation that rice, dal, and potato keep your stools soft, while vegetables make them hard, is related to how different foods affect the intestines. Why this happens: • Rice, dal, potato are ...  Read More

My 6 month old son is having trouble popping and seems constipated. He has passed hard stool day before yesterday with a lot of struggle. Did not poop yesterday. Today again hard stool. We started giving him puréed food few days back. Like pure if steamed apple, banana and puréed carrot. Is it normal and what should be done?

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I understand your concern. But stool frequency in infants has been variable from seven stools per day to once per week. It's absolutely normal as you have initiated semisolid food in his diet. Main ...  Read More

I am facing hard stool problem. Could anyone pls tell me which ayurvedic medicine is recommended for softening hard stool.

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Isabgol husk 1 tsp BD with warm water ...  Read More

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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