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What Are Bowels?

Bowels

Say: BOW-uls

Bowels are your intestines, and bowel movements are the stuff that's in them (otherwise known as poop). It might sound yucky, but your bowels have an important waste-removing job!

A KidsHealth Education Partner Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice, diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.

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