Paradoxical diarrhea happens when loose, watery stool finds a way around hardened, impacted stool in your colon and leaks from your anus. Also called overflow diarrhea, it’s often a symptom of a type ...

A liquid bowel movement (diarrhea) is usually related to a short-term health challenge like food poisoning or a virus. It may also be related to a chronic condition. Diarrhea can happen to everyone ...

What Is Diarrhea With Mucus? Your intestines normally produce mucus to keep your colon moist. Mucus has the consistency of jelly. A small amount of mucus in your poop is normal, but sometimes it could ...

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Alcohol can affect how the body breaks down nutrients, irritate the gut, and speed up the digestive system. All of these effects can impact bowel movements and cause either diarrhea or constipation.