Oily or greasy stools
Oily or greasy stools, also called steatorrhoea, occur when your body cannot properly digest or absorb fats from food. The stools may look pale, bulky, and foul-smelling. This often points to issues with the pancreas, liver, or small intestine that need medical attention.
Conditions that commonly cause oily or greasy stools
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Common Causes of Oily or greasy stools
- Chronic pancreatitis
- Celiac disease
- Bile duct obstruction
- Exocrine pancreatic insufficiency
- Small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)
When to Seek Urgent Medical Care for Oily or greasy stools
These signs may indicate a serious problem — don't wait, seek medical care right away:
- Persistent oily stools for more than a few days
- Unintended weight loss
- Severe abdominal pain
- Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice)
- Foul-smelling stools with bloating and diarrhoea
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