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.

Feb 27, 2024 · Symptoms. The most common symptom of a rectovaginal fistula is passing gas or stool from the vagina. Depending on the fistula's size and location, you may have only minor …

Nov 28, 2023 · White stool isn't typical. If you have white stool, you should see a medical professional right away. A lack of bile causes white or clay-like stool.

Sep 25, 2021 · Encopresis, also called fecal incontinence or soiling, occurs when constipation causes impacted stool to fill the colon, and liquid stool leaks out.

Oct 13, 2023 · Symptoms. Symptoms of GI bleeding can be easy to see, called overt, or not so obvious, known as occult. Symptoms depend on the rate of bleeding as well as the location of …

Oct 5, 2024 · Symptoms of constipation in young children include: Painful passing of baby poop, also called stool. Hard stool that's either larger than typical or small pellets that are difficult and …

Nov 27, 2024 · Overview. 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 …

Jan 18, 2025 · Causes. A number of diseases and conditions can cause diarrhea, including: Viruses. Viruses that can cause diarrhea include Norwalk virus, also known as norovirus, …

Mar 6, 2025 · Is it safe to take stool softeners to treat pregnancy constipation? Answer From Myra Wick, M.D., Ph.D. Stool softeners are generally considered safe during pregnancy. Pregnancy …

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