My situation shares some features, but differs too. Although I felt quite sick during the pandemic onset, no Covid-19 testing was available to me at that time. Fast forward to now & I too struggled with (new onset) marbles. When I heard both a counselor and a dietitian ask me if I had a Breath Test, I thought I should ask for one. I was referred to G.I. for that. Results were negative. So I asked to see a Proctologist, and was able to be seen by one of this clinic's Nurse Practitioners. Based on their screening I underwent anorectal manometry tests (This is where I think we diverge).

I was told to take psyllium husk daily and to get a "Squatty Potty'. Both measures have been helpful. The psyllium husk is taken at the same time every day. I also received a Pelvic Clinic Physical Therapy prescription. I do believe it was that illness that triggered the need for this level of interventions.