The next time you go number two, you should take a peek in the toilet. (You should actually be doing this after every bowel movement, doctors say.) While certain things such as blood in your poop and ...

When you need to poop, you probably just do your business, flush and go. But before you flush, you should take a look at what actually comes out. It might not be the most pleasant ritual, but your ...

Stool may be pale or white due to dietary choices, an infection, or an underlying medical problem such as gallbladder or liver disease. People with persistently pale stools may need medical treatment.

Having clay-colored or light-colored stool just once, or every now and then, isn't usually a concern. But a consistently pale or light poop color may be a sign of a serious medical condition like ...

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Occasional pale poop is usually dietary-related and not a cause for concern. Experiencing ongoing pale poop can be due to ...

Poop that comes out like pebbles may mean you have constipation or an underlying medical condition. Drinking more water, changing your diet, or treating the underlying condition may help. The texture ...

A stool that’s stuck halfway out can be a sign of constipation or fecal impaction. Walking around, drinking water, or taking a laxative can often help you pass it. But some signs can point to a ...