Find out what the shape, texture, and consistency of your poop says about your health, according to the Bristol Stool Chart—from hard and lumpy to soft.

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If your poop pretty consistently falls outside of the normal types on the chart, that’s definitely worth flagging to your primary care physician, who might refer you to a specialist.

During this process, your stool will change color and consistency. Using a colonoscopy prep poop color chart can help you understand if you're ready for your colonoscopy.