I have been passing stool 5 to 6 times daily for the past 2 months, and medicines have not helped much. What could be the reason, and what should I do next?

Passing stool 5 to 6 times daily for 2 months can be due to ongoing gut infection, food intolerance, stress, or bowel conditions affecting digestion. Eat simple home food, avoid spicy and outside food, stay hydrated, and note if certain foods make it worse. Try to maintain a routine and manage stress, as it can affect the gut. Since it is long-lasting and not improving, consult a doctor for proper tests to find the cause and guide treatment.

I have had a fissure for the past 3 months that keeps coming back, and even after taking lactulose and Darolac IBS, there is no improvement. What should I do?

A recurring fissure for months is usually due to hard stools, straining, or poor healing in that area. Keep stools soft by drinking plenty of water, eating fibre-rich food, avoiding straining, and taking warm sitz baths to help healing. Maintain good toilet habits and do not delay passing stool to reduce pressure. Since it is not improving, consult a doctor to check the area and guide further treatment for proper healing.