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A member asked:
Can bacterial overgrowth in the colon or small bowel cause loose or watery stools which are. sometimes pale?
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Pale stools: Pale stools can be caused by bacterial infection, infestation with parasite, yeast overgrowth, liver/gallbladder dysfunction and other diseases. Certain foods and medications can also affect the consistency and color of stools.
Answered 10/24/2017
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