Constipation can make stool harder and drier than usual, slowing the movement of stool within the body. Some people may have frequent but incomplete bowel movements. They may return to the ...

This also involves asking about the frequency and consistency of bowel movements. They may need a blood or stool sample. For example, a blood test can indicate inflammation or help rule out ...

A wide range of colors is usual. In infants, the main reasons for changes in stool color are age, diet, and health. The poop of newborns is almost black, while older infants tend to have yellow or ...