Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) frequently causes mucus in stool. As part of the digestive process, the intestines secrete a gel-like mucus to lubricate the intestinal walls and ease the passage of ...

Tapeworm segments in human stool look like tiny grains of white rice that may be moving. Tapeworm may be seen in the toilet bowl or passing through the anus. Most people with tapeworm infections have ...

“If this is not sufficient it may be necessary to use stool softeners or laxatives. Additionally, as stated earlier, avoiding prolonged periods sitting on the toilet and regular exercise has also been ...

You could have rectal bleeding for several reasons. Because of this, we recommend a complete rectal exam to fully evaluate the cause. Occasionally we might also need a colonoscopy for further ...

I bought my water softener about 20 months ago and the installation was fairly easy. I added 160 lbs of Morton salt to the tank. I checked salt levels often. After 4 months I noticed the salt ...

Ideally, stool should be well-formed, tube-shaped, and brown in color, though the hue varies from person to person. While changes in poop’s color, consistency, frequency, and even smell can very ...