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Suggest Treatment For Slight Constipation And Green Stool

Hello, my bowel movements have been green for 2 weeks now, and I ve also had slight constipation problems (I used to be able to go at least once a day, but now I barely go 4 times a week). I m very nervous and don t know if this is something I should be worried about. I haven t been increasing my intake of green, leafy vegetables either. What do you think has caused this?
Fri, 26 Mar 2021
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Hi,

Green stools can be because of green leafy vegetables, food colors, flavored drinks or eatables etc. It can also be due to some infections however it would cause more symptoms like diarrhea, abdominal cramps etc.

I would advise you to get a stool examination done to rule out any infection. Also, you need to check any additive in your food if you are consuming unknowingly. I would advise you to consume food with more fiber. you can also take some medications for constipation like senna.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Anoop Kumar, General & Family Physician
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Suggest Treatment For Slight Constipation And Green Stool

Hi, Green stools can be because of green leafy vegetables, food colors, flavored drinks or eatables etc. It can also be due to some infections however it would cause more symptoms like diarrhea, abdominal cramps etc. I would advise you to get a stool examination done to rule out any infection. Also, you need to check any additive in your food if you are consuming unknowingly. I would advise you to consume food with more fiber. you can also take some medications for constipation like senna. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Anoop Kumar, General & Family Physician