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  1. Stool color: When to worry - Mayo Clinic

    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. Stool color is …

  2. Fecal incontinence - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

    Nov 27, 2024 · 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 toilet in time. Also, stool …

  3. Constipation - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

    Apr 15, 2025 · Constipation is usually treated with changes in diet and exercise or with nonprescription medicines. Constipation may require medicines, changes in medicines or other treatments …

  4. White stool: Should I be concerned? - Mayo Clinic

    Jul 3, 2025 · 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. That may mean a serious underlying problem. …

  5. Baby poop: What to expect - Mayo Clinic

    Jan 26, 2024 · Infant stool can have various colors and textures. Know what to expect in your newborn's diapers.

  6. Digestion: How long does it take? - Mayo Clinic

    Jun 7, 2025 · Digestion time varies for each individual. It also depends on what kind of food and how much food you've eaten. When you eat, digestive fluids and movement in the stomach break down …

  7. Green stool - Mayo Clinic

    Jul 8, 2005 · Green stool — when your feces look green — is usually the result of something you ate, such as spinach or dyes in some foods. Certain medicines or iron supplements also can cause green …

  8. Infant constipation: How is it treated? - Mayo Clinic

    Oct 5, 2024 · Learn about baby bowel habits so you can recognize the difference between typical stool passage and constipation in infants.

  9. Green stool Causes - Mayo Clinic

    Jul 8, 2005 · Learn about the possible causes of green stools in adults and infants.

  10. Green stool When to see a doctor - Mayo Clinic

    Jul 8, 2005 · Call a healthcare professional if you or your child has green stool for more than a few days. Green stool often happens with diarrhea, so drink plenty of fluids and seek immediate medical …