My receptionist Mandy came scurrying into the office: “Doctor, Mrs. Ferris is on the phone and she says she needs to bring her mother in right now because of a blue stool.” Sometimes I’m a little slow ...

Stool may be pale or white due to dietary choices, an infection, or an underlying medical problem such as gallbladder or liver disease. People with persistently pale stools may need medical treatment.

Poop that floats can occur if you have excess gas or if your body isn’t properly absorbing nutrients. This can happen with some medical conditions, including illnesses and food intolerances. Stools ...