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My stools often float , is this healthy?
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Likely yes: Have you been losing weight? Is the stool exceptionally foul smelling? Floating stool may be an indication of fat malabsorption. If you have diarrhea, weight loss or other symptoms, please see your doctor.
Answered 4/7/2013
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Not abnormal: No need to worry if stools float or sink. It depends on what you eat.
Answered 8/17/2013
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