The Bristol Stool Form Scale (BSFS), or Bristol stool scale, is a chart that can help classify stools into seven groups. Characterizing the stool based on its consistency can help identify if it is a ...

Medically reviewed by Shadi Hamdeh, MD Key Takeaways The Bristol Stool Chart helps you understand poop types and possible ...

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You may not always peek into the toilet after you’ve used it, but the appearance of your poop can tell you a lot about your bowel health. No one type of poop is the gold standard — normal bowel ...