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Gastroenterology  (Expert Forum)
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On more follow up..
Answered by
Kevin Pho, MD - Internal Medicine
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This forum is for questions regarding Gastroenterology issues such as Acid Reflux (GERD), Barretts Esophagus, Colitis, Colon/Bowel Disorders, Crohn's Disease, Diverticulitis/Diverticulosis, Digestive Disorders, IBS, Stomach Pain.

On more follow up..

by debo007, Dec 30, 2004 12:00AM
Thanks for your fast responses the last two days.  My stools have returned to normal size and consistency today.  To what do I contribute the one spell of narrow stools?

Thank you again.

by Kevin Pho, MD, Dec 30, 2004 12:00AM
Daily variation in stool shape can be attributed to dietary changes.  I would also consider irritable bowel syndrome.

If there is a persistant change in stool caliber, I would consider a colonoscopy or flexible sigmoidoscopy.

Followup with your personal physician is essential.

This answer is not intended as and does not substitute for medical advice - the information presented is for patient education only. Please see your personal physician for further evaluation of your individual case.

Kevin, M.D.
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