Chapter foaming is usually closely related to the food consumed or the medication being undertaken. However, the appearance of foam in the stool can also be a sign of a health problem that needs immediate medical treatment. Changes in the size, shape, color, and texture of the stool can be important clues to identify various diseases. One of the changes that occur in stool is when the bowel movement (bowel movements) appears foamy. Chapter foam occurs when there is too much fat and mucus in the stool. Mucous fluid can look like foam or be found in foamy feces. Mucus in the stool is generally normal and serves to help expel feces and protect the intestine. However, too much mucus in the stool can be a sign of changes in the digestive system, which leads to certain diseases. Clinical conditions that cause foaming In medical terms, too much fat in the stool is called steatorea. This condition can be a sign of fat malabsorption, ie fat is not digested and is not absorbed properly. St...