A fast-growing outbreak of cyclosporiasis across Michigan has reached 681 active cases as of July 6. Victims of the ...

Illinois Public Health officials warn of extreme, explosive diarrhea. It may be linked to a parasite problem.

Florida has reported six cases of Vibrio vulnificus this year, double the number from this time last year. The rare but deadly "flesh-eating bacteria" is found in warm, brackish coastal waters and can ...

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About 10% of people with diabetes experience diarrhea, which may be persistent or alternate with regular bowel movements or constipation. The exact cause isn’t clear, but it may be due to nerve damage ...

Alcohol can speed up digestion, causing the large intestine to push out stool before it absorbs enough liquid, which results in diarrhea. People with bowel conditions like celiac disease, Crohn’s ...

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 ...

Some foods can make diarrhea worse, and others can keep you nourished while you’re getting better. Learn what to eat and drink to get through a bout of diarrhea. Occasional diarrhea is nothing to ...

Dissecting protective versus detrimental immune responses uncovers biomarkers and mechanisms that can inform the rational design and evaluation of live attenuated vaccines against African swine fever ...

Common causes of fluffy poop include diet, digestive diseases, and infections. Eating smaller meals and staying hydrated can help relieve fluffy poop at home. Fluffy poop with severe symptoms like a ...

Coconut water is rich in electrolytes, including potassium, manganese, and sodium, according to Mayo Clinic. And it contains half as many calories as fruit juice. This makes it a popular alternative ...

Your poop offers clues about your health. But how can you describe your bowel movements (BMs) to your doctor without bringing in a sample? You and your doctor can use something called the Bristol ...