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 ...

There's a nation-wide laxative shortage, the Wall Street Journal has reported. One reason for high laxative demand is hybrid work and travel, which can lead to constipation. While laxatives can be ...

Laxatives are not a weight-loss aid, but doctors worry some people are still not getting the message — especially as they look for cheaper, more accessible alternatives to weight-loss drugs like ...

Diarrhea, constipation, pain, bloating: We asked experts why the virus causes these issues and what to do about them. By Alice Callahan Food used to be a daily source of joy for Sarah Carter. A ...

Linda Yancey, MD, is a board-certified physician in infectious disease and internal medicine with over two decades of experience practicing in Texas. She completed her residency at Mayo Clinic in ...

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 ...