Yukky post!!! But I need to ask.....
#177028 - 05/06/05 04:55 AM
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melissam
Reged: 12/13/04
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Loc: Scranton Pennsylvania
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I know this is going to be kind of graphic and I apologiz WAY AHEAD of time--- But I need to ask this.
WHen I poop I have a problem getting clean back there--- I wipe and wipe and wipe and wipe- It takes forever. To the point where I make my butt hurt/burn from wiping so much. I can go through a roll of TP (just about) from trying to get clean.. Anyone have this problem?? I mean I understand pooping and having to make 2 or 3 swipes to get everything- but this is ridiculous...
Sorry about all the nasty details, but I know you gals/guys understand...
Melissa
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All I have to say is "You are not alone."
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I use the Fresh 'N Up wipes with aloe if it looks like it will take more than two handfulls of TP. I take two wipes and put them on top of the tp, that gets most of it. I also only buy Cottonelle brand tp, it doesn't leave any lint behind.
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You're not alone.
I encourage you to leave a Tuck's pad there after you go and then come back about 15 mins later and take it out. If there is stil stuff there...do it again with a clean Tucks pad.
Wiping over and over is NOT good for you at all...so I would use the Tucks as they are moist.
You poor thing *big super hugs* 
I hope this gets better soon and that you've mentioned it to your doc. I don't recall having your specific prob per say...but it used to get so stuck I could feel it sittng there. 
I really hope you feel better soon...hang in there
Oh...have you heard of a sitz bath? I would check with your doc 1st but that might be helpful as well....
Thinking of you, Ruchie
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Have a blessed day!...Rachel
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I have IBS but it doesn't have me!
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Thanks everyone- I will definately try some "pads" to make things easier.
It is somewhat like some of it didn't finish coming out. And once I wipe it just spreads it and then it takes well forever..... Very frustrating.
Thanks again.
Melissa :-)
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Melissa
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You're awesome for having the courage to post this...
Some other people have this prob and you helped not only yourself bu them as well.
You rock! *big hugs*
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Well Thank You for those words of encouragement.
I actually felt a little skeptical asking it at first but I thought to myself- If anyone out there is having the same problem I am- They have to be on this board. You are so right- maybe someone else out there was reluctant to ask the same question, maybe they felt alone, like they were the only one- well if they read this thread they would know they are no longer alone..
Knowing you aren't alone always seems to make things a little better.
Thamks again for your input/suggestions.
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Melissa
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Thanks for bringing this up, I just thought that it was one of those things that nothing could be done about (happens to me too). But, this will probably happen to you less and less the more stable you get, and longer that you have been stable.
I noticed that this is related to having incomplete bowel movements. The reason you cannot wipe it all is, ok this is gross, you didn't go enough, so it is still right there waiting to come out! making sure that you get enough insolubles and take enough fiber supplement, and water and exercise should help you out also, since I believe this to be a C symptom. I am IBS- A, but it seems like if I do not have D, than incomplete bowel movements is my biggest symptom. But, I barely have this problem anymore, except for this week, argh. Before going on the EFI diet I had this EVERY time!
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-Sheri
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I have a bucket of baby wipes next to the potty! I use these now instead of TP when I go poo. I always seemed to have some irratation back there and that has completey gone away with the switch to baby wipes! I buy them in bulk at Costco!
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Taking it one day at a time.....
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Yep- that's exactly what it seems like- Like I didn't finish... 
I really have to work on getting more IF into my diet. But it is just very hard on my insides- it makes my intestines hurt sometimes. I do go poop every day- but I always say I don't think I go enough.
Why does it have to get stuck. 
But you hit the nail on the head-
Not that I'm glad you have to go through the same thing occasionally- but it is comforting to know I am not alone on this symptom also!
Have a great day and enjoy your weekend.
Your over on the east cost along with me- It looks like we are supossed to have some warmer temps, more springlike.
FINALLY!!!!!!!
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Melissa
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Soooo smart! I never thought to use them afte every BM...only after the bad ones! But they're sooo much nicer...def. a GOOD idea
Thank Michele!
P.S. Is it the Costco brand?
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Yep- another great idea.
Baby wipes aren't just for babies anymore. hehehe
Thanks for the suggestions.
This turned out to be a very informative post for myself and others.
Thanks again!
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Melissa
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Definitely informative for me! I have the same problem, but I thought I was just gross, and never thought to ask about it!
I so need my own place. I coulnd't bear having baby wipes in the bathroom in my flat now, with all my flatmates and their friends. I get mocked and derided enough as it is!
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FYI - if buying the Tucks Pads is embarrassing, do what i do; just buy a bottle of Witch Hazel & a bag of cotton balls!!! It absolutely works the same way on your bum, and besides, it's a LOT cheaper! and also you don't have to worry about the pads drying out from not using them.
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Good weather? I heard that it is supposed to be rainy, and it is so dreary today! I guess dining outside in Haddonfield is outta the question AGAIN! I am from South Jersey, close to Philly. I am not sure how far Scranton is, but I was gonna go up there to see a Velvet Revolver concert, then found that only crappy tickets were left, so I didn't buy them.
You have a nice weekend too! I am keeping fingers crossed for nice weather (except for Sunday, if it is nice on Mother's Day my mom wants me to go antiqueing with her... YUCK! I can enjoy it until the point she takes HOURS staring at the same stuff)
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-Sheri
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That's terrible! You need better flatmates!! I keep cottonelle wipes in the bathroom, A little container, in a drawer, and no one has ever said a word. I think they are wonderful things with all kinds of hygenic uses!! And they work great.
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That is terrible that they do that to you. It may just be in fun but they don't understand.
When people make light of something I think it is mostly because they have no clue...
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Melissa
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Yep, I bought the name brands once for the little plastic container and now I buy the costco brand in bulk and just refill my conatiner! Much cheaper and they are just as soothing!  I have a VERY SMALL bathroom and they just sit on the floor next to the magazines! Personally, I don't care who sees them! Its better than waddling when I walk because my bum hurts! 
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