Stool Charts

We use stool charts to help consistently describe stool.

Besides shape, consistency, and size, other characteristics to consider include:

  • Color
  • Odor
  • Frequency
  • Floating vs. sinking
  • Mucus
  • Undigested food

There are separate charts for adults and diapered infants.

The two we use in our practice are:

Cabot Health, Bristol Stool Chart
http://cdn.intechopen.com/pdfs-wm/46082.pdf
Gustin, J. et al. (2018).