White chunks in stool one time do not require a doctorÕs visit. Ongoing occurrence means the liver is not producing the bile juice that makes stool brown. Medications like antacids do affect the coloring. The body may be suffering from parasitic infections which show signs though white lumps and stomach pains. Other factors are lactose intolerance or just undigested food.
The main cause of white hard balls in the stool is a gallbladder problem. You may have gallstones or your gallbladder may be inflamed so it is best to seek medical attention.
I am 52 years old, take lots of vitamins, and have never seen nor heard of anyone having white stool. This sounds like a medical emergency to me unless you've been eating white paint or white chalk.
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It might be pin worms.
Typical medications used as needed are antacids, laxatives, stool softeners, and pain relievers.
Iron pills will make your stools very dark in color, almost black.
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It is actually very normal to have some pus, or dead white blood cells, in a person's stool. This by itself is not cause for concern.
Iron, at least, certainly can (it may also cause greenish stool).
Soft white tissue that is found in the stool can be an indication of a tapeworm infestation. White tissue in stool can also indicate a food allergy. If symptoms persist, you need to consult a physician.
No, a herniated disc does not cause blood in the stool. See your health care provider, as blood in the stool always deserves a visit.