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Sticky Stools

When stools are sticky and soft, it can indicate the presence of too much fat, absorption issues, stomach ulcers, internal bleeding, celiac disease, lactose intolerance, etc.

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I am using inhalers for asthma, and I doubt if it is causing sticky poop. Please help.

Query: Hello doctor, For the last few days, I have noticed sticky poop. Every time I pass the stool, I feel discomfort and feel like my bowel is unclear. I am asthmatic, and I am taking two puffs twice a day. Please suggest if the inhaler is causing this problem or is it anything else. Thank you.  Read Full »


Dr. Ajeet Kumar

Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Please let me know for how long you have had this problem? Do you have abdominal pain? How much time do you open your bowels in a day? Please let me know the name of the inhaler you are using; only then can I be able to tell if it is the cause of sticky poop. Well, ...  Read Full »

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