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Yes, Anxiety Poops Are Totally a Thing — Here’s How To Find Relief
Wondering why you poop when you’re nervous? A gastroenterologist explains why it makes more sense than you might think.
Stool Softener vs. Laxative: What’s the Difference?
Laxatives help you poop. Stool softeners are a type of laxative that increase the amount of water in your stool and make it easier to pass. Which is right for you?
What To Know About Pooping After Giving Birth
After giving birth, you can experience many physical and emotional changes. Learn what you can expect from, and how to deal with, pooping in the postpartum time.
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Tricks To Get Your Toddler to Poop on the Potty
When toddlers withhold their stool, there can be some yucky consequences. Here’s what you can do to help them poo.
How Often and How Long Should It Take You to Poop?
We all do it, but your diet, age and activity level can affect often you poop. Learn what’s normal and what’s not when it comes to bowel movements.
8 Home Remedies for Constipation
We all get a little “stopped up” from time to time. But if you need a little extra help finding relief, our gastroenterologist offers eight natural remedies for constipation.
5 Simple Ways To Prevent Hemorrhoids
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” That old saying holds true even for hemorrhoids! Here are five simply ways you can prevent hemorrhoids.
Should You Use an At-Home Test for Colon Cancer Screening?
Prepping for a colonoscopy is never fun, but some people might be eligible for at-home colorectal cancer screening tests. Here’s what to know about the accuracy and types of this noninvasive option.
Pregnancy Constipation: Why It Happens and How To Find Relief
You’ve read up on what to expect when you’re expecting, but you probably didn’t expect to have so much trouble pooping. But constipation is a common side effect of pregnancy. Here’s why you can’t seem to go and what you can do about it.
