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What Causes Change In Bowel Habits And Change In Appearance Of Stool?
Question: In the last 6 mo. I have experienced a change in bowel habits. 1. I have become far more regular: every other day to sometimes daily. The most worrisome change is in the appearance of the stool: it is in little pellets that are firm without softness; meaning there is only a discoloration on the toilet tissue when I clean myself. I have not mentioned it to my doctor.
Brief Answer:
Colonoscopy
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome
I appreciate your concern
Based on your description, the primary concern is to rule out colorectal malignancy. Any change in bowel habit with respect to caliber or if there is additional blood with the stool or occult blood in stool requires further workup. DRE (Digital Rectal Exam) , Stool for occult blood and finally assessment for a colonoscopy would be required in consultation with your doctor.
Wishing you best of health
Thanks
Colonoscopy
Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome
I appreciate your concern
Based on your description, the primary concern is to rule out colorectal malignancy. Any change in bowel habit with respect to caliber or if there is additional blood with the stool or occult blood in stool requires further workup. DRE (Digital Rectal Exam) , Stool for occult blood and finally assessment for a colonoscopy would be required in consultation with your doctor.
Wishing you best of health
Thanks
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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