Published on: 7/4/2025
Last Update: 7/9/2025
What are some causes of pain when pooping?
Pain when pooping can be caused by hemorrhoids, constipation, or holding in your stool for too long. These issues can make it hard and painful to defecate.
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Pain during pooping can happen for different reasons. One common cause is hemorrhoids, which are swollen veins in the lower part of the rectum and anus. They can hurt or bleed, especially when defecating.
Another reason for painful pooping is constipation, where the stool becomes hard and difficult to pass. This can happen if you don’t eat enough fiber or drink enough water.
Holding in poop for too long can also lead to pain. When the stool stays in the body for a long time, it becomes hard and dry, making it painful to pass.
To help with these problems, it’s good to eat lots of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains, and drink plenty of water. This helps keep poop soft and easy to pass. If you have pain when pooping, it’s important to talk to a doctor to find out the cause and get help.
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- Partin JC, Hamill SK, Fischel JE, & Partin JS. (1992). Painful defecation and fecal soiling in children. Pediatrics, 1594338.
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