In recent years, people have started to take health more seriously, but many still ignore the signals their own body sends ...

Learn how stool appearance can signal colon cancer. Recognize signs like ribbon-like and pebble-shaped stools, and understand ...

Experiencing sharp pain before bowel movements can feel intense. Dr Salhab shares 6 ways you can ease pressure, cramping and spasms.

Constipation is often ignored as a minor discomfort. However, when it becomes chronic, lasting more than three months, it can ...

Promising findings by researchers at Baylor College of Medicine and collaborating institutions could lead to the development of a non-invasive stool test and a new therapy for endometriosis, a painful ...

Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) causes clay-colored, greasy stools that smell foul. A stool test to check for low levels of the elastase enzyme can help diagnose the condition. The pancreas ...

Constipation is difficulty emptying your bowels. Fecal impaction is the buildup of hardened stool in your bowel that you can’t pass. Fecal impaction is a potential complication of chronic constipation ...

Seeing blood in your poop can be concerning, but understanding the possible causes will guide you on what to do next. While it's mostly due to non-serious causes, it can sometimes indicate a more ...

Squatting, instead of sitting, may be a game-changer when emptying your bowels. Let’s take a look at some of the most commonly used positions for pooping. Pooping regularly is part of keeping your ...