I have 6-8 BMs in a 24 hour period. When I have around 6 with minimal butt burn I consider that a very good day.
I have been taking 3-4 Loperamide daily for almost two years now, and that keeps my QOL manageable.
On the days when I have less than 6, the following day will there will be more.
I understand that my system wants to expel stool and not really retain it for any great length of time.