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  5. For the past few days, I've noticed undigested food in my stool, like pieces of brown rice, pineapple, papaya, and other food bits. I also have mild abdominal cramps and slightly solid stools. I feel the urge to pass stool but it doesn't always happen. Could this be IBS? I also sometimes see mucus and fat in my stool. I'm 28 years old, physically active, and there's no blood in my stool, but I'm still concerned. Do you think I should get a colonoscopy and endoscopy at this age?

For the past few days, I've noticed undigested food in my stool, like pieces of brown rice, pineapple, papaya, and other food bits. I also have mild abdominal cramps and slightly solid stools. I feel the urge to pass stool but it doesn't always happen. Could this be IBS? I also sometimes see mucus and fat in my stool. I'm 28 years old, physically active, and there's no blood in my stool, but I'm still concerned. Do you think I should get a colonoscopy and endoscopy at this age?

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For the past few days, I've noticed undigested food in my stool, like pieces of brown rice, pineapple, papaya, and other food bits. I also have mild abdominal cramps and slightly solid stools. I feel the urge to pass stool but it doesn't always happen. Could this be IBS? I also sometimes see mucus and fat in my stool. I'm 28 years old, physically active, and there's no blood in my stool, but I'm still concerned. Do you think I should get a colonoscopy and endoscopy at this age?

There could be IBS or any other hepatic conditions,needs evaluation,visit Gastroenterologist for evaluation and appropriate management.

Last updated on 18 Dec 2024

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