- male
- 60 Years
- 01/04/2021
Is it OK to remove stool with finger?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Manual evacuation of stool with finger may be done sometimes but it can cause trauma and anal bleeding if more force is used. It is always better to visit a nearest doctor who can safely help in removing stools.
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Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist
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