Why is my stomach sore after a bowel movement?
June 27th, 2009 | 
Author: I've had stomach problems for almost 2 years now, doctors can't really figure anything out and it is basically coming down to severe anxiety but that is not why I am here. Every time I have a bowel movement I feel relief and then soreness and tenderness.
Is this constipation?
Not enough water?
Pretty dumb question but I like having other people's advice.
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Posted in Bowel | 
Tags: bowel movement, Constipation, doctors, dumb question, severe anxiety, stomach problems
That could happen if you're constipated. You might be straining your muscles a lot. Try drinking more water and eating more fiber (but don't increase it too much or it will irritate your GI tract) and see if that helps at all.