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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I'm experiencing this mild pain around my ribs on both sides, and it's been bothering me whenever I move. I got a chest X-ray, but the results seemed unclear since it was just black and white. I also struggle a lot with acidity and gastric issues, and there's this burning sensation in the middle of my chest. Plus, the pain seems to extend to my right shoulder, coming from the chest area. I'm a bit worried and not sure what's going on. Could you advise on what might be causing these symptoms and which type of doctor I should see to get this figured out?

X-Rays radiographs are black and white itself. Do not expect colors in that. As of now, take a tab. Rantac 150mg twice a day half an hour before food for 10 days. If it still persists, consult a MD consultant physician in person for further evaluation and management.

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I'm feeling really uncomfortable with some hot air and a bit of a burning sensation in my throat. I'm not sure why this is happening. Could you help me out?

The sensation of hot air and burning in your throat could be due to acid reflux, throat inflammation, or irritation; try gargling with warm salt water, drinking plenty of fluids, and avoiding spicy or acidic foods;

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