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@heavyphil Psyllium was recommended by the online U. Minn. support group and confirmed by my gastroenterologist. The purpose is to add bulk to the stool, and it has stopped my diarrhea. Yes, it's generally recommended for someone who has constipation.

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@jime51 Well, glad it worked; but it never worked for me ( no IBS) and caused more gas than anything else. My RO told me not to use it.
I went thru a whole psyllium thing when my cat had a bout of severe diarrhea. One vet said psyllium, the breeder said canned pumpkin, the internet said both.
One website claimed the psyllium absorbed excess water to stop the diarrhea and the other said psyllium absorbed water and bulked up the stool to alleviate constipation; so the same supplement works for two opposite ailments??
Well, it worked for your condition and that’s all that matters; your post made it sound like you were still having excessive movements in spite of it…Best,
Phil