Is it normal to poop 5 times a day?

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Dr Dr Khaleel Ur Rahim

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There is no normal bowel movement. It can range from three times a day to three times a week. However, your normal pattern may be different from these numbers. If you have always been having five bowel movements daily then it is normal pattern for you. But, if this is a new change along with change is stool consistency then you might be having any intestinal infection or disease for which you need to consult a doctor.

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The doctor ordered an upper abdomen USG for another issue but they found multiple small gallstones around 0.88 mm in my gallbladder I don't have any pain though Should I consider medication or is surgery the only option

Asymptomatic gallstones don't need surgery; regular monitoring and dietary adjustments may be sufficient.

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I've been struggling with IBS, fatty liver, and gallstones for a long time and really want to avoid surgery. What's the best way to treat fatty liver naturally? Also, does Ayurveda have any medicines that can dissolve gallstones without surgery? And how can I fix my IBS problem for good?

The Treatment for both diseases is diet Nd lifestyle. To maintain weight in normal range. Plant based diet. Avoid animal source foods.

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I've got this small echogenic foci in my gallbladder that's 2.9mm and it's sticking to the anterior wall. My doctor suggested I take Nexpro RD40 capsules, and I've been on them for over 45 days. But every time I try stopping them, I get this burning feeling in my stomach. Any ideas on what I should do?

See a specialist for accurate diagnosis and targeted treatment.

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