What Causes Change In Consistency Of Stool?

Posted on Tue, 1 Mar 2016

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Question : Hi,

i would like to know what can be the reason of having really thin frotty stools or sometimes really thin...i know i have something to change in my way to eat what you doctors recommend in those kind of cases.Thanks

Answered by Dr. Dr Samir Patil (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Increase fiber in the diet

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to HCM,.
I can understand your concern.

I would suggest to get a stool microscopy test . If it is normal then fiber supplementation in your diet should help you with the stool consistency.
Psyllium husk is a good fibre supplement.
Alternatively you can increase the fibre in the diet by taking more portions of fruits vegetables green veggies and whole wheat breads.

Hope this helps
Regards
Dr Samir Patil

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