Poop, feces, stool — whatever you call it, there's no denying the unpleasant smell. While it's perfectly normal for poo to be pungent, it makes you wonder what it is about our excrement that makes it ...

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Everybody poops. It’s a fact of life. But sometimes, you leave the bathroom wondering: “Why does my poop smell so bad?” before trying to locate an air freshener or a scented candle, stat. Occasionally ...

It’s a given that your stool is never going to smell like roses. Still, if you're wondering, Why does my poop smell so bad? you shouldn't simply dismiss the thought and carry on business as usual. A ...

Sweet-smelling stools may indicate an infection with the Clostridioides difficile bacteria, which can occur after recent antibiotic use. Breastfeeding can also cause sweet-smelling stools in babies.