- Female
- 24 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm really struggling with this issue where I keep needing to go to the bathroom, even though my stools seem normal. They aren't loose or hard, but the bowel movements are way too frequent, especially after I eat. My doctor mentioned it might be IBS. Do you have any advice on how to handle this? It's getting really frustrating and it's affecting my daily life. What can I do to make it better?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
To manage your frequent stool passing issue, which may be indicative of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), try the following: maintain a food diary to track trigger foods; eat smaller, more frequent meals; avoid spicy, fatty, or high-fiber foods; incorporate stress-reducing techniques like meditation or yoga; consider probiotics or fiber supplements;
Dr. Shubham Suggests...
Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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