Oct 10, 2024 · Stool comes in a range of colors. All shades of brown and even green are considered typical. Only rarely does stool color indicate a possibly serious intestinal condition. …

Nov 27, 2024 · Fecal incontinence is accidental passing of solid or liquid stool. Fecal incontinence may happen when a person has a sudden urge to pass stool and cannot get to a toilet in time. …

Oct 12, 2023 · Sometimes, you may see undigested food fragments in stool. This usually is high-fiber vegetable matter, which usually isn't broken down and absorbed in your digestive tract. At …

Jan 18, 2025 · Diarrhea — loose, watery and possibly more-frequent passage of stool — is a common problem. Sometimes, it's the only symptom of a condition. At other times, it may be …

May 16, 2025 · A colostomy is an opening in the colon that lets stools pass from the body without going through the anus. During colostomy surgery, an opening is made in the belly called a …

Dec 7, 2023 · Blood in your stool, on the toilet paper or in the toilet bowl can have various causes. See your doctor if it lasts more than a day or two.

Jul 23, 2025 · A pinworm infection is one of the most common worm infections worldwide. Pinworms are thin and white. They're about 1/4 to 1/2 inch — about 6 to 13 millimeters — …

Oct 31, 2024 · Many things can trigger frequent bowel movements. Find out what may be causing your extra bathroom trips and when it's time to call a healthcare professional.

Apr 15, 2025 · Constipation is usually treated with changes in diet and exercise or with nonprescription medicines. Constipation may require medicines, changes in medicines or …

Nov 3, 2022 · Learn about symptoms, causes, treatment and prevention of this parasitic infection that can cause severe disease.