Hello, There are various causes for the frequent bowel movements such as: - Inflammatory bowel disease such as Crohn s or ulcerative colitis - GI flora upset - Carcinoid tumors - Chronic GI infection Guidelines for better recovery: - Get a stool microscopy for evaluation with eggs or oocysts, fat droplets, mucus or occult blood - Dietary precautions to avoid all dairy fat, junk foods, non veg if possible - Check for lactose intolerance by avoiding milk products - Pre and pro biotics support with lacto bacillus and fresh yogurt - Avoid gastric irritants such as alcohol, beverages, aerated drinks - Avoid stress and anxiety - Control of blood sugar - Control of body weight, cholesterol Let your primary care decide further course of action. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon