Fecal transplants are intended to restore our digestive tract with a healthy ecosystem of microbes, which can become degraded ...

Overflow diarrhea can resemble a regular case of "the runs," but it usually happens to people with chronic constipation 2. While anyone can feel backed up from time to time, some folks are more likely ...

New research from the University of Auckland’s Liggins Institute suggests that a capsule containing healthy gut bacteria could potentially change the future of obesity treatment. Eight years ago, a gr ...

Anyone can occasionally have narrow stools. As long as bowel movements are otherwise normal, this usually isn't cause for concern. However, several possible causes of thin stools warrant attention.

For those experiencing paradoxical diarrhea, the body sends confusing signals that can leave both patients and healthcare providers perplexed. This unusual digestive condition creates a seemingly ...

Stercoral colitis is an inflammatory condition in which feces collect and cause pressure to build up within the colon. It can lead to complications such as rupture without treatment. Chronic ...

It's tough to discuss, while arguably tougher to live with. Here's when one man knew it was time to seek help, and what he's ...

The British Dietetic Association (BDA) released guidelines for managing chronic constipation, which point to kiwis, rye bread ...

This research was presented at the American College of Gastroenterology’s annual meeting (ACG 2025), alongside new long-term ...

Without treatment, long-standing constipation can lead to bowel problems such as anal fissures. Some can lead to serious problems, such as fecal impaction, which could lead to hospitalization, surgery ...