Anonymous wrote:The brand name cottonelle flushable wipes are fine for plumbing, its the other ones. Also get more suplemental fiber if you have crayon poops.

Probably going to regret it but I guess I will ask - what exactly is a crayon poop?

^^oh, and I take two fiber pills a day now, and that helps keep stool soft but also all together so there is less mess.

I have an anal fissure and an external hemorrhoid and an internal one the sometimes prolapses. Whee!

It might be worth seeing a gastroenterologist to get a lay of land, so to speak. I have a prescription cream I use from time to time, and I sometimes take a hot bath at night when things are bad down there. There are procedures that might help.

Seeing a specialist really helped my peace of mind. Dr. Stern in Rockville was very kind and helpful with management ideas rather than rushing into any procedures for now.

Anonymous wrote:Since you have had two kids, perhaps you still have that little spray bottle they send you home with? Leave it full of water near the toilet (so that the water will be warmer) and spray yourself nice and clean before you do the wiping. It is an extra step that takes getting used to, but soon you won't like it any other way!

poor man's (or woman's) bidet. good idea.

The brand name cottonelle flushable wipes are fine for plumbing, its the other ones. Also get more suplemental fiber if you have crayon poops.

Nothing cleans like water. Be kind to your butt and the environment.

Maybe a lota or a bidet is the right answer for cleaning in your case.

Also - perhaps you are not eliminating completely. So use a squatty potty, or use a Asian style toilet you can squat over.

Maybe your diet needs more fiber?

Please do not use flushable wipes. It is easier to wet the toilet paper and use that instead.

don't use flushable wipes. It's clogging up the aging pipes in some regions.

When this happens I use the bathtub as a bidet and use a wash cloth to clean any residue.

Have you ever heard of an anal fissure? Sometimes this can occur and it is really hard to clean. I would discuss with your doctor or your OBGYN. The OB is down there anyway when doing your annual exam -- I am sure they could take a quick peek and tell you if you should see someone else.

Good luck,

Since you have had two kids, perhaps you still have that little spray bottle they send you home with? Leave it full of water near the toilet (so that the water will be warmer) and spray yourself nice and clean before you do the wiping. It is an extra step that takes getting used to, but soon you won't like it any other way!

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Anonymous wrote:Try flushable wipes

+1 and get fiber gummies from costco the 200 pack

Actually, increasing your protein intake results in firmer stools.

And for the love of all that's Unholy, DON'T flush flushable wipes. I just had to pay $400 to a plumber to unfuck my toilet.[b] We initially thought it was flushable wipes (turned out to be a nail brush one of the kids flushed.) The plumber gave us a scared straight lecture about how bad those wipes are for your pipes. It seems that they tend to cling to the sides of them and they don't break down the way all the marketing would lead you to believe.

I think my toilets need to be unfucked too. Can you recommend your plumber?

Anonymous wrote:http://www.amazon.com/Luxe-MB110-Non-Electric-Mechanical-Attachment/dp/B001KKRCFA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1402750662&sr=8-1&keywords=bidet+toilet+attachment

That's funny, that's what I was going to suggest.

As well as OP, you need to speak to your doctor. Trust me, your doctor has dealt with way more dicey issues. It could be hemorrhoids or possibly prolapse. If the latter, you need to see a urogynecologist. MidAtlantic or GW are good choices.

Also, try to take a sitz bath in the evening to make sure you're clean.

Same way and I've had two kids... it's more of an annoyance than anything (and a little gross IMO) but I assumed it was just another result of having children. The PP who mentioned skin tags post-hemorrhoids makes me wonder if that's what I have...

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People, you've got to stop feeling shame/embarassment about bodily functions!

Doctors have seen it all! That's why they train!

I use baby wipes (not flushable) and put them in the tiny garbage can in my bathroom. It fills up rather quickly, I put the closed bag in the regular garbage, and it does not smell.

OP, ask your doctor.

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People, you've got to stop feeling shame/embarassment about bodily functions!

Doctors have seen it all! That's why they train!

I use baby wipes (not flushable) and put them in the tiny garbage can in my bathroom. It fills up rather quickly, I put the closed bag in the regular garbage, and it does not smell.

OP, ask your doctor.