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Brian Dooreck MDNov 19, 20222 minGI and Liver DiseasesPoop. We All Do It. Some Less Than Others.Constipation can be defined as less than three spontaneous bowel movements a week with infrequent, hard stools that may require straining.
Brian Dooreck MDNov 19, 20223 minGI and Liver DiseasesHemorrhoids—A real pain in the ass! The term hemorrhoids refer to a condition in which the veins around the anus or lower rectum are swollen and inflamed.
Brian Dooreck MDNov 19, 20222 minGI and Liver DiseasesFlatulence, Bloating, and GasEveryone has gas. Burping or passing gas through the rectum is normal but because it is embarrassing to burp or pass gas.