Pencil-Thin Stool and Colon Cancer Risk: When to Get Checked

Ever had to spend an embarrassingly long time in the toilet, bloated and in pain with little relief? Constipation often results in pencil-thin stools, which looks narrower than usual. While this can be resolved with certain lifestyle changes, persistent narrow stools could indicate a more serious medical condition, including colorectal (colon) cancer. In this article, […]