Increasing dietary fiber and staying hydrated can help treat constipation, which can cause thin stools. Hemorrhoids can cause narrow stools and might require more water and fiber to relieve symptoms.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. While not the most common sign, narrow stools can be indicative of colorectal cancer. Tetra Images via Getty Images With more and ...

Colon cancer is the third most common cancer in men and women globally It starts in polyps on the inner lining of the colon or rectum Symptoms include thin stool, incomplete emptying, bloating, and ...

Colorectal cancer is now the leading cause of cancer death among people under 50, and cases in younger adults continue to rise. Warning signs can include persistent bowel changes, recurring rectal ...