A gastroenterologist answers your most burning question: “Why am I good at holding my poop?”
Plus, whether or not it’s a good thing.
Think of filling a balloon with water and how it starts to blow up, she says.
The nerves then send a signal to your brain to let you know its time to go.
I see this frequently in children.
They dont feel comfortable going at school and therefore, they learn these abnormal toilet habits over time.
board-certified gastroenterologist based in New York City
In adults, this is usually associated with constipation, says Dr. Nazareth.
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Passing hard poop puts you atrisk for hemorrhoidsand fissures, or small, painful tears in the anus.
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Holding it also allows the poop to further ferment, which can cause gas and bloating.
The medical term is calledrectal hypersensitivity, says Dr. Nazareth.
One study found thatletting your poop hang out in your colon could cause inflammationor even bowel conditions.
So for gut-ness sake, go to the bathroom when you gotta.
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