If you’ve never heard of the Bristol Stool Chart, you may not know that there are actually several different types of poop. And while discussing your pooping habits might be taboo—sometimes it’s ...

The Bristol Stool Chart helps identify constipation and diarrhea by categorizing stool types from 1 to 7. Types 3 and 4 on the Bristol Stool Chart are considered normal and healthy stools. You may ...

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March marks the beginning of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. At-home stool tests can be an easier way to screen for colorectal cancer than a dreaded colonoscopy. As the rates of the cancer continue ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below." Everyone poops—but that doesn’t mean we like to talk about it or acknowledge it in any way, shape, or ...

Gastroenteritis is an intestinal infection that causes symptoms like diarrhea, cramping, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and fever. Viruses, bacteria, and parasites can cause gastroenteritis. A ...

You may not always peek into the toilet after you’ve used it, but the appearance of your poop can tell you a lot about your bowel health. No one type of poop is the gold standard — normal bowel ...