Having to poop midrun happens more often than you might think (or hope). In fact, this experience is so common that there’s a term for it: runner’s diarrhea, a.k.a. runner’s trots. If you’ve had loose ...

I was halfway across the Queensboro Bridge when a not-so-unfamiliar feeling hit me: I had to take a shit. I was 1.5 miles into my run, and I had emptied the tank just before I left my apartment. As I ...

Gastroenterologists share what your stool’s buoyancy can reveal about your digestion, diet, and overall health.

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 ...

People with diarrhea might have at least three rounds of loose, wet stools per day. This can lead to a rash or a sore anus from repeated wipes. Home remedies can help soothe the discomfort. Adults and ...