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Change in stool after partial colectomy

Colorectal Cancer | Last Active: Feb 13 5:24pm | Replies (9)

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I have posted this several times but here goes. I had 6 inches of my colon removed. Try to drink 64 oz. Liquids daily. (Hate water so I mix it with tea, little soda, pure watermelon juice, etc.) My stool most often comes out in dark, round balls. I have yet to hear of anyone else with this problem. I have increased my fiber intake considerably & sometimes, but rarely,have normal movements. However, I am fortunate in that I feel fine.

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Same here and apparently I just have to keep drinking water (according to oncologist)

Your hard stools could be due to too much fiber. You might want to try a low residue diet for a while.