Episode 30: The color of your poop can tell you a lot about your health but sometimes having the conversation can be tough to sit in.

On this episode of On Call, Off Script, host Ruelle Champion is joined by comedian and online personality Mario Ramil for a very candid conversation about something everyone does, but few people actually talk about: pooping.

Jackson Medical Group colorectal surgeons Dr. Marianna Zeichen and Dr. Gustavo Rubioease into the conversation about changes in stool color, why constipation causes problems, and when bleeding should be checked by a doctor. They also explain what actually happens during a colonoscopy, why colorectal cancer screening now starts at age 45, and why younger adults shouldn't ignore symptoms because they think they're “too young.”

This episode takes the awkwardness out of talking about your poop and explains why paying attention to it is an important part of your overall health.

Guest Bios:

Mario Ramil is a comedian and online personality who joins On Call, Off Script as theshow’s first co-host, bringing humor and plenty of frank questions to the more sensitive topics that people have about their colon health. His candid conversation with the surgeons also highlights the importance of breaking stigmas around digestive and colorectal health.

Dr. Marianna Zeichen is a colorectal surgeon with Jackson Medical Group who practices in south Miami-Dade County. She brings a patient-centered perspective to conversations that can be uncomfortable, like rectal bleeding, changes in bowelmovements, and physical rectal exams. Dr. Zeichen emphasizes the importance of building trust with patients and encouraging people to speak up about symptoms they might otherwise dismiss or feel embarrassed to discuss.

Dr. Gustavo Rubio is a colorectal surgeon with Jackson Medical Group who practices at Jackson West Medical Center. Dr. Rubio treats patients with a variety of colorectal concerns and helps evaluate issues like constipation, changes in bowel habits, and rectal bleeding. He explains why doctors need patients to be specific when describing their bowel habits and helps listeners through what to expect during a colonoscopy.