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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. …

  2. Undigested food in stool: What does it mean? - Mayo Clinic

    Oct 12, 2023 · Undigested food in stool generally isn't a problem unless it's accompanied by other symptoms.

  3. 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.

  4. 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. …

  5. 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 …

  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 …

  7. 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.

  8. Green stool Causes - Mayo Clinic

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

  9. Constipation in children - Symptoms & causes - Mayo Clinic

    Apr 16, 2025 · Constipation in children is a common problem. A constipated child has infrequent bowel movements or hard, dry stools. Common causes include early toilet training and …

  10. 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 …