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anal problems
What does it mean when your stool is really larg and causes bleeding?
I had a anal abscess and fistula surgery a little over a week ago and I'd like to know how long before my husband and I can have sex again?
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
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There are several ways to soften your stool. You can start by making sure that you are drinking plenty of water. Constipation and hard stool can be signs of dehydration. Additionally you could try an over the counter stool softener to help make passing stool less painful. You should have any bleeding checked out by a doctor to make sure that it was caused by the hard stool. The doctor may be able to recommend a stool softener that will help you be more comfortable.
Cathy
There are several ways to soften your stool. You can start by making sure that you are drinking plenty of water. Constipation and hard stool can be signs of dehydration. Additionally you could try an over the counter stool softener to help make passing stool less painful. You should have any bleeding checked out by a doctor to make sure that it was caused by the hard stool. The doctor may be able to recommend a stool softener that will help you be more comfortable.
Cathy
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