Maybe you've struggled through a bout of constipation recently and now you've just experienced some relief, only to find that your "output" is far more voluminous than you could have expected. The ...

Eating more fiber and drinking more fluids can help treat or prevent hard stools. Hard stools occur when your colon absorbs too much water from your stool. Dehydration and a low-fiber diet are common ...

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 ...

Prunes are an age-old remedy for constipation. Is it healthy to eat them every day? Experts discuss the potential benefits.

Poop that gets stuck halfway out is typically a sign of constipation but may indicate a more serious problem. Some people find that adjusting their position or drinking water will get the stool moving ...

Robert Burakoff, MD, MPH, is a board-certified gastroenterologist who serves as vice chair of Ambulatory Services at Lower Manhattan Hospital and professor of medicine at the Weill Cornell Medical ...