Constipation that occurs after diarrhea may result from medication use or dietary changes. Some health conditions, such as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), can also involve both diarrhea and ...

If you haven’t pooped in days, you might find yourself praying for any sort of bowel movement—well, except diarrhea. And if you’re dealing with a seemingly unending flow of shitty lava, you’re ...

Alternating constipation and diarrhea may indicate a digestive tract disorder like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Treatment can include lifestyle and diet changes. Many things can cause diarrhea and ...

We've all experienced digestive discomfort—whether it’s the frustration of constipation or the urgency of diarrhea. These common bowel issues can be a minor inconvenience or a sign of an underlying ...

Paradoxical diarrhea happens when loose, watery stool finds a way around hardened, impacted stool in your colon and leaks from your anus. Also called overflow diarrhea, it’s often a symptom of a type ...

Whether you rush to the toilet on the reg or struggle to drop a deuce, you’ve probably heard the same advice: Eat more fiber. But how does the same recommendation hold true for two opposite GI ...

Blood in your stool may be due to a number of factors, such as straining to poop, anal fissures, and hemorrhoids. Treatment depends on the specific cause of your constipation and bleeding. Many people ...

Linda Yancey, MD, is a board-certified physician in infectious disease and internal medicine with over two decades of ...

Bananas are usually readily available, portable, and easy to digest. They’re part of the BRAT diet (that’s Bananas, Rice, Applesauce, and Toast) for gastrointestinal issues for that last reason, and ...