Giardiasis (GEE-are-DYE-uh-sis) is a diarrheal illness caused by a microscopic parasite, Giardia intestinalis. The symptoms are intestinal and there are several drugs for treatment. Once a person or animal has been infected with Giardia, the parasite lives in the intestine and is passed in feces. Because the parasite is protected by an outer shell, it can [...]
Yellow Stool: Is it Normal? – Yellow Bowel Movement
With the exception of newborns and infants, yellow stools rare and can be caused by various digestive disorders and biliary or liver problems. Pancreatic insufficiency and malabsorption system disorder can also be a cause. Usually, yellow stool indicates a serious liver, intestinal, or stomach condition. In infants, it is normal for a change in stool [...]
Floating Stools: Is it Normal Stool?
Floating stools are generally associated with some degree of difficulty digesting or absorbing nutrients (sugars, fats, proteins, or vitamins) from food or excessive gas. Stools that float occur in a variety of situations although most are diet-related or caused by diarrhea due to a gastrointestinal infection. Certain foods or a change in overall diet can [...]
Cat Constipation – Feline Natural Laxative Remedy
One of the most frequently occurring digestive disorders of cats is constipation. Constipation is most common in middle-aged and older cats. There are many home remedies including natural laxative remedies to relieve constipation. There are many reasons that a cat can’t, or won’t defecate. Cats can be reluctant or unable to defecate because of behavioral [...]
Piles Treatment – Hemorrhoids Remedy
Piles also called hemorrhoids are masses of clumps of tissue within the anal canal that contain blood vessels, muscles and elastic fibers. The anal canal is the last section through which stool travels as it goes from the rectum through the anus (opening of anal canal) to the outside world.