I am 32, male. Why do I have difficulty passing stools?

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The problem you are having is gastritis along with disturbed gastrointestinal flora. The intestinal microflora is a complex ecosystem containing over 400 bacterial species. Anaerobes outnumber facultative anaerobes. The flora is sparse in the stomach and upper intestine, but luxuriant in the lower bowel. The intestinal flora is capable of fermenting indigestible carbohydrates (dietary fiber) to short-chain fatty acids such as acetate, propionate, and butyrate. The major source of such fermentable carbohydrates in the human colon is plant cell wall polysaccharides such as pectins, cellulose, and hemicellulose. The acids produced from these fiber substrates by bacteria can be an important energy source for the host. The gut flora helps to neutralize some of the toxic by-products of digestion, reduce harmful substances (such as toxins and carcinogens), and discourage bad bacteria and yeasts. It also helps to stimulate the digestive process and aid the absorption of nutrients, as well as producing vitamins including B and K. So any problem with this flora causes symptoms like gastric pain, burping, poor digestion, etc.

I would suggest you to take probiotics for a few weeks. Probiotics will help to restore the depleted intestinal flora, along with probiotics B complex are to be taken. Once the flora is replenished all problems related to digestion will improve.

1. Along with it, Pantoprazole 40 mg can be taken once daily to provide symptomatic relief in burping and bloating.
2. Try to take lots of yogurt in food.
3. Avoid smoking and alcohol.
4. No spicy or oily food.
5. No fast food like pizza, burgers, etc.
6. Drink plenty of water.
7. Eat a lot of vegetables and fibrous fruits.
8. Eat citrus fruits.

I hope this has helped you.

Thank you.