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Why do all of my poops sink to the bottom of the toilet but then in that poop theres one piece of stool that floats?
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Floating stool is associated with undigested fats. It can indicate pancreatic problems, intestinal problems, or gall bladder issues. See a doctor.
Answered 3/22/2021
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