Taking a close look at your stool can tell you quite a bit about the state of your health, especially when coupled with an understanding of the types of poop, and what your poop is telling you.

Polyps are small growths that form in the large intestine. They are not necessarily cancerous, but they can become cancerous over time. Colon polyps can cause blood in the stool, giving it a black ...

The rectum is where stool is expelled from the body. Although this form of ulcerative colitis involves very little area of your colon, it can still cause significant symptoms. Knowing what type of ...

The consistency of stool can be an indicator of bowel health. The Bristol Stool Form Scale (BSFS) is a useful gauge of stool consistency in healthy individuals. According to the BSFS, healthy ...