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Prevention Tips
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Drink at least 3 litres of water every day.
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Add fiber to your diet as Fibre gives bulk to bowel movement making the stool easier to pass.
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Increase physical activity. Exercise regularly.
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Move your bowels when you feel the urge.
- Avoid fatty and junk foods.
Eat small regular meals and chew thoroughly to relieve any strain on the digestive system. Do not ignore the signal to eliminate. Abdominal massage in a clockwise direction around tummy button can help.
Watch Out
Blood in stoolsWhen to See Doctor
Call your doctor if
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You have blood in your stool.
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You are losing weight even though you are not dieting.
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You have severe pain with bowel movements.
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Your constipation has lasted more than two weeks.
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