Odd thing happening here - Bowel Disorders Message Board

sognoazzuro · 05-24-2009, 04:38 PM

When I go #2 the pieces are very large causing slight pain and minor bleeding at the anus. Sometimes they feel sharp and then I'm sore afterwards. I didn't get a laxative because I dont have a problem going regularly, theyre just large and hurt. I took a stool softener but have yet to see if it helps. Anyone experience the same thing? Should I be worried?

auntjudyg · 05-24-2009, 05:57 PM

It sounds like you might benefit from increasing the fiber in your diet. Do it slowly . . . eating a couple of additional servings of vegetables, fruits, legumes.

If you are straining to defecate . . . the chances are that sooner or later it will lead to problems.