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 …

May 30, 2024 · A small amount of mucus in stool is usually nothing to worry about. Stool often contains a small amount of mucus. Mucus is a jellylike substance that your intestines make to keep the lining …

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 …

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. …

Dec 24, 2025 · Overview Toxoplasmosis (tok-so-plaz-MOE-sis) is an infection with a parasite called Toxoplasma gondii. People often get the infection from eating undercooked meat. You can also get it …

Ascariasis symptoms depend on the amount of roundworms in your body, which organs are infected and your immune system health. Most people have no symptoms at all. But having a high number of …

Apr 25, 2024 · Overview A stool DNA test uses a stool sample to look for signs of colon cancer. It's one option for colon cancer screening. A stool DNA test finds cells in a stool sample. The test checks for …

Apr 30, 2025 · The signs and symptoms of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome can worsen suddenly and may quickly become life-threatening. If you have flu-like symptoms that progressively worsen over a …

Dec 23, 2025 · Symptoms The most common symptom of a rectovaginal fistula is passing gas or stool from the vagina. Depending on the fistula's size and location, you may have only minor symptoms. …

Find possible causes of blood in stool based on specific factors. Check one or more factors on this page that apply to your symptom.