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Can Metamucil Cause A Spongy Layer Around Stool? Be Concerned?
Question: does metamucil cause a white spongy (looks almost like folded paper) layer around stool? i have been taking it for over a month and never have had this type of stool. I am concerned.
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
Metamucil contains psyllium husk which contains both soluble and insoluble fibers. The insoluble fibers are seen in the feces as a white spongy material. There is nothing to feel concerned. Be reassured.
You can confirm this by stopping metamucil for a few days and see your stool returning back to the normal.
I hope this answers your query effectively.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
Thanks for posting your query.
Metamucil contains psyllium husk which contains both soluble and insoluble fibers. The insoluble fibers are seen in the feces as a white spongy material. There is nothing to feel concerned. Be reassured.
You can confirm this by stopping metamucil for a few days and see your stool returning back to the normal.
I hope this answers your query effectively.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Please accept my answer in case you do not have further queries.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
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