Feb 20, 2018 · Excess bile acids entering the colon can cause the classic signs and symptoms of bile acid malabsorption (BAM), including watery stool, urgency and fecal incontinence. …

Feb 14, 2020 · Currently, the 48-hour fecal bile acid test requires a four-day, 100-gram fat diet and 48-hour stool collection. Researchers are currently testing the accuracy of a single, …

Oct 10, 2024 · Stool comes in a range of colors. All shades of brown and even green are considered typical. Only rarely does stool color indicate a possibly serious intestinal condition. …

Jan 6, 2022 · Bile reflux into the stomach. Bile and food mix in the duodenum and enter your small intestine. The pyloric valve, a heavy ring of muscle located at the outlet of your stomach, …

Nov 14, 2023 · Primary biliary cholangitis is an autoimmune disease in which the bile ducts are inflamed and slowly destroyed. It previously was called primary biliary cirrhosis. Bile is a fluid …

Jan 6, 2022 · Unlike acid reflux, bile reflux seems unrelated to lifestyle factors. But because many people experience both acid reflux and bile reflux, your symptoms may be eased by lifestyle …

Nov 28, 2023 · White stool isn't typical. If you have white stool, you should see a medical professional right away. A lack of bile causes white or clay-like stool. That may mean a serious …

May 30, 2024 · A small amount of mucus in stool is usually nothing to worry about. Stool often contains a small amount of mucus. Mucus is a jellylike substance that your intestines make to …

Jul 8, 2005 · Green stool often happens with diarrhea, so drink plenty of fluids and seek immediate medical attention if you or your child becomes dehydrated. There is a problem with …

Dec 12, 2023 · The cause of diarrhea after gallbladder removal isn't clear. Some experts believe that it results from an increase in bile, especially bile acids, entering the large intestine. Bile …