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Having a variety of poop issues lately
I am a 19 year old male if that helps with health advice- lately though when I poop, I notice a number of issues. Can I ask what these may mean?
- The texture is sludgy- not runny/diarrhea but not standard solid poop either- just sludgy almost like that colourful toy slime that kids buy..
- Only the tiniest little bit comes out at time
- despite the tiniest bits actually coming out, I can still physically feel the poop dangling out but it won’t physically come out no matter how hard I squeeze- eventually I end up giving up and just wiping but because of the excess amount of poop (which I know is there because I can physically feel it, and see it when I wipe, it just won’t come out when I squeeze)- I end up spending quite a while wiping too- I end up spending about 3 hours (not even an exaggeration) on the toilet due to the this, which isn’t ideal in a family household of 5, with only one bathroom… but it’s not my fault- it’s not as if I enjoy spending so long on the toilet but it seems my family get very frustrated by it.
Do you know what any of this could mean? I had chronic constipation as a young child, but in this case, it’s not really constipation as the poop comes out- but only little bits at a time and it gets stuck along the way out despite me trying as hard as I can to squeeze it out- but when I wipe there’s still a bunch of poop there- what could this possibly be?
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I had a similar issue so my answer is based on what a doctor told me. If you are having small kernels sized bowel movements coming out and that it won't come out easily it could be that you are really bunged up. It has to come out eventually.
This is really true of chronic constipation and then suddenly excess amount of poop lasting for quite some time as well as the pain and time on toilet. What is happening is called sepage and is poop that has been backed up in your system coming out at the worst possible time.
In my case what was recommended is to add a fibre supplement like Metamusel to your diet and change diet all together for one thing. Secondly get Restorlax or similar product and use it for a few days and then discontinue to clear your system out. You will want to stay home for a week to do this because it's a laxitive and you don't want issues while out.
If that doesn't clear up the issue phone your doctor. I'm not trying to scare you and it's highly unlikely that it's an anatomical issue. However, a doctor may need to find out. In all likelihood a family doctor will refer you to a gastroenterolgist. This person would do a colonoscopy to diagnose any problems with your bowels and figure out the reason for issues you are having.
This procedure is where they will give you liquid to consume that is prescribed that completely cleans out your system so they can use a diagnostic camera with tube. It sounds gross I know but it's a very routine procedure. You won't be aware of it and will be semi-knocked out with a sedative and wake up in hospital about an hour after it's done and get results right away. This is the likely step a doctor would take.
Also, certain medications especially prescription ones can cause chronic constipation and this kind of problem if long term especially and if new as well. Look into that with your doctor.
There is no shame either in protecting yourself by using adult undergarment at least until this is fixed to have confidence ad be clear of any problems outside of home.
If wiping is really hurting you try wipes and after done in bathroom be sure to bathe area immediately. If cramps from constipation cause vomiting because of intensity that's the number 1 thing you can't forget to tell a doctor.
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As once told, it is best to see a doctor. If it all you can see a Naturopath and its covered by insurance, that might be best. I have found the regular MDs just treat the symptom which is like putting a bandage on the problem. A naturopath is trained even more than regular MDs and will help you discover what is really causing it and get to the root of the problem which may be in part due to diet. They also can refer any specialists,and order prescriptions if need be.
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I am sorry ,but we are not qualified to answer this question. I would suggest you go see your family doctor and ask them to refer you to a stomach doctor. I hope this helps.
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