Question 1

what is the significance of strangely shaped feces?

Accepted Answer

Cancer: In some cases, if you have a high-grade rectal cancer it can act like a napkin ring around your colon resulting in bowel movements that are long and narrow caliber.  There are all other sorts of reasons why stool has a particular appearance that are not related to cancer though.  See your doctor.

Question 2

my anus itches. i have anal mucus. i get nauseous twice a week. my feces are inconsistent shapes. my weight is fluctuations rapidly. acid reflux?

Accepted Answer

Proctocolitis?: Acid reflux has nothing to do with this. Sounds like rectal or colon inflammation (proctocolitis). Maybe worse-than-usual irritable bowel syndrome, but it's also possible you have inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis), celiac disease, or other serious intestinal problem. If you're gay and have had anal sex, STDs are possible. See your doctor or a gastroenterologist soon.

Question 3

yellow dime shape with small tail in my feces parasite is it deadly what is it worm, how do i get rid of it , could it be from water

Accepted Answer

Unknown: Many funny looking things in the stool are non-parasites.  Did you take a picture?  Have this happened more than once? Where have you been? Where do you live?

Question 4

normal for stool to change consistency in the same day? one is light brown/normal shape, next one is dark brown and pretty soft.

Accepted Answer

Can happen: This can happen. Usually due to changes in diet.  If you are consistently taking a fiber supplement, then less likely.  You should consider regular fiber in the diet and more water intake.
It's best to discuss significant changes with your physician.  May want to consider colonoscopy if you are adult age.

Question 5

stool for past month only shaped like a letter u. started more c shaped and has become more and more u shaped and bent. not constantly but more frequently. what does this mean? is this reasonably concerning for evaluation?

Accepted Answer

: Stools come in a variety of colors and consistencies depending on the diet and hydration status.  If stools are passed easily, painlessly and generally are not red or black, this is likely normal.  You might try increasing dietary fiber and drinking adequate fluid - 6-8 cups / day of water.

Question 6

my stool's shape has change for the last month. it loos like a snake. do i need to get a colonoscopy?

Accepted Answer

Stool shape: There are many variables which can affect the size and shape of stool, including the diet, state of physical hydration or dehydration, associated bowel health or disease, and many others. COnsideration for colonoscopy is made when there are concerns of underlying bowel diseases or tumors. A screening colonoscopy would be indicated if these are discovered by history or on exam

Question 7

stool problem: is it normal for your stools to the size and shape of a pencil one day and big the next day?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The size and shape of your stool is determined by how long the stool is in your rectum, and the tightness of your anal muscles.  Long duration in the rectum = larger, harder stools.  Tight anal muscles will make stool 'squeeze out' -- like out of a toothpaste container.
You can stop these swings by getting more fiber (roughage) in your diet or taking benefiber; make sure to get enough water also!

Question 8

i have almond shapes in stool a lot i have ate nothing in three days still these show up not on medication what can it be?

Accepted Answer

Several issues....: First, I'm not clear if you have things that are shaped like almonds embedded in your stool, or if your stool itself is almond-shaped. Second, it is also not clear why you have not eaten anything for three days, but that is a major red flag. Food is essential for survival, and you shouldn't be fasting for 3 days at a time. Finally, you really need to see a primary care doc or GI specialist ASAP.

Question 9

i have white round balls worm shapes on my stool..do i need to be dewormed?

Accepted Answer

Your stool: can be tested for ova &amp; parasites so that you will know one way or another.

Question 10

what is the reason behind ribbon shaped stool?

Accepted Answer

Here's a link...: http://www.newhealthguide.org/Flat-Stool.html.  Any accompanying symptoms that suggest something more serious than Irritable Bowel Syndrome here?

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What is the significance of strangely shaped feces?

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My anus itches. i have anal mucus. i get nauseous twice a week. my feces are inconsistent shapes. my weight is fluctuations rapidly. acid reflux?

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Yellow dime shape with small tail in my feces parasite is it deadly what is it worm, how do i get rid of it , could it be from water

A member asked:

Normal for stool to change consistency in the same day? one is light brown/normal shape, next one is dark brown and pretty soft.

A member asked:

Stool for past month only shaped like a letter u. started more c shaped and has become more and more u shaped and bent. not constantly but more frequently. what does this mean? is this reasonably concerning for evaluation?

A member asked:

My stool's shape has change for the last month. it loos like a snake. do i need to get a colonoscopy?

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Stool problem: is it normal for your stools to the size and shape of a pencil one day and big the next day?

A member asked:

I have almond shapes in stool a lot i have ate nothing in three days still these show up not on medication what can it be?

A member asked:

I have white round balls worm shapes on my stool..do i need to be dewormed?

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What is the reason behind ribbon shaped stool?

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