Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD Key Takeaways Pale or light-colored stools can be a sign of a liver or gallbladder ...

A new Veterans Affairs study finds that delays in undergoing colonoscopy following an abnormal stool test increase the risk of a colorectal cancer diagnosis and cancer-related death. The results ...

While the occasional appearance of clay-colored stool (poop) isn't typically a cause for concern, persistently pale stool may indicate something is wrong with your biliary system. Poop is usually some ...

A new Veterans Affairs study finds that delays in undergoing colonoscopy following an abnormal stool test increase the risk of a colorectal cancer diagnosis and cancer-related death. The results ...

Black, tarry stool (melena) often signals bleeding in the upper digestive tract-not just food. Early recognition can prevent serious complications.

Knowing if our digestion is “normal” or “abnormal” can help us to know whether we need to improve our digestive health. My goal with this column is to help you better understand how to identify ...

New research emphasizes the importance of scheduling a colonoscopy as soon as possible after an abnormal stool blood test. Patients who received colonoscopies more than 13 months after abnormal tests ...