Is it okay to have a bowel movement 6-7 times a day?

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Question
Hello doctor,
About 2 months ago, I went to the toilet on average 6-7 times/day. Good stool, neither tight nor loose. The current state of health is still very good. But because of going outside with too much density, I was worried and didn't know if I had any disease. The doctor told me to go to the toilet 6-7 times a day is it okay? Thank you doctor!
Anonymous customer
Answer
Answered by Dr. CKI Dong Xuan Ha - Gastroenterologist, Department of Medical Examination & Internal Medicine - Vinmec Ha Long International Hospital.
Hello,
With the question "Is it okay to have a bowel movement 6-7 times a day?", the doctor would like to answer as follows:
Defecation 6-7 times a day is not normal. However, as you describe, it is not too bad, you do not have abdominal pain, stools are not bloody, nor are you thin and lose weight... Then it may be related to diet, activities or Irritable bowel syndrome does not rule out early symptoms of some serious diseases of the colon. For example, having a large polyp in the rectum causes irritation that causes you to have a bowel movement so many times. You need to see a doctor soon to find out the exact cause of this problem, not too long.
If you still have questions about going to the toilet 6-7 times a day, you can go to the hospital of Vinmec Health System for further examination and advice. Thank you for trusting and sending questions to Vinmec. Wishing you lots of health.
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