###Human: I am not able to pass stool entirely. Please help. ###Assistant: Hi. Worrying about your GI tract will create stress which increases your cortisol levels and create further problems with your sugars, sleep, bowel movements in the future, so try not to worry. I advise you do not take any over the counter laxatives, especially if your bowels are returning to normal. You can also create further problems by taking all those things. I want you to increase your water intake to 6 to 8 glasses a day and do some type of exercising at least 3 to 4 times a week. This is the best way to make your bowels regular. This is why after surgery, doctors make sure patients are passing gas and getting up and walking. Lack of physical activity, diet, lack of water intake. If not improved with lifestyle changes, H.pylori, TSH, CMP, CBC can be done. Constipation. Increase physical activity 3 to 4 times a week, increase water intake 6 to 8 glasses a day. Increase fiber intake, salads, green leafy vegetables, fruits. Avoid mint, caffeine, over the counter laxatives and stool softeners.