Gastroenterologist Questions Bowel Movement

How often should I have bowel movements?

I only have bowel movements once every 3 days. Is this normal? How often should I have bowel movements?

1 Answer

A normal bowel pattern is considered a range between 3 stools per day and 1 stool every three days. Thus your stool pattern might be considered normal as long as there are no other associated symptoms and this has been the same pattern for months or years.