Mucus in stool is relatively common and can be caused by constipation or dehydration. However, in some cases, it points to a more serious underlying condition. When you’re generally healthy ...

Diverticulitis can cause irregular stools, alternating between diarrhea and constipation, along with unusually strong-smelling and/or bright red, maroon, or tarry stools. Diverticulitis is caused when ...

Loose stool can be distressing if it happens suddenly and you don't know what caused it. The first thing you might assume is that it was something you ate. While certain foods can definitely cause ...