Is it normal to poop more than 3 times per day?
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It is above the average but not necessarily a problem.
Anything between three times a day and three times a week is supposed to be normal. Less than three times a week would be much more of a problem than more than three times a day.
Most people have a stool about once a day. However, normal is not related to how many times you have a stool each day.
Normal is related to the consistency of the stool; it should not be hard and difficult to evacuate, and should not be watery, as with diarrhea.
Are you taking stool softners, taking antiacids, or lots of fiber? Those are items that can cause more frequent stools.
Hope this helps.
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