Question 1

what is the color of anal mucus discharge?

Accepted Answer

Clear gel like: Normally there should be none. It indicates inflammation,infection, infestation...colitis, proctitis......etc

Question 2

i had a hemorrhoids operation, the hemorrhoids were removed. this was 5 months ago, since then i have anal mucus discharge. what can i do about it?

Accepted Answer

See the surgeon: Seems late to be still healing. Depends though on what type of hemorrhoid surgery was performed. See your surgeon for an exam to check your healing status. Rarely scarring and narrowing can occur at the surgical site.

Question 3

my stool has been soft narrow like and i have had increased clear anal mucus discharge, no pain and can pass stool. what's wrong? should i see a doc?

Accepted Answer

Rectal discharge : rectal discharge may be indication  of colitis and may require endoscopy for proper diagnosis.  A diet high in fiber may change the caracter of your stool. Acidophilus may restore your normal flora

Question 4

clear anal mucus discharge 2x a week, with or without a bowel movement . no pain. had a normal colonoscopy  2 years ago. any suggestions?

Accepted Answer

Many causes: This is generally due to normal mucous production which is abnormally expressed (poor sphincter tone, anal blockage) vs abnormal mucous production due to infection or inflammation. Intermittent nature (2X a week) is reassuring. Presume no blood. Would probably at least do flexible sigmoidoscopy even though colonoscopy only 2 years ago.  See your provider when able.

Question 5

i had a hemorroids surgery 5 months ago. ever since then i have anal mucus discharge. what can i do about it?

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Discuss with surgeon: In some instances this may be a sign of other disease but most likely benign. You may need a follow up colonoscopy or biopsy but this will be determined by your physician, .

Question 6

can too much castor oil cause anal mucus discharge? the first 36 hours it was a yellowish color with a little diarrhea, after which, it turned black.

Accepted Answer

Yes...: Castor oil has stimulant laxative properties causing forceful contractions of the intestine and violent diarrhea.  The intestine contains cells that secrete mucous providing a lubricant function.  I suspect the castor oil has led to a overproduction of mucous which you are seeing in the anal discharge.  If your stool is black - seek medical attention to rule out bleeding from the GI tract.

Question 7

anal mucus/blood discharge?

Accepted Answer

Be seen by your doct: Please be seen by your physician or a colorectal surgeon for clarification and diagnosis urgently!

Question 8

anal light-brown mucus discharge when passing gas only 1-2 times once a week for 2 weeks. smells bad... no pain nor problems. what would cause it? thk

Accepted Answer

Hemorrhoids: Maybe stool/mucus on internal hemorrhoids that is passed with gas.

Question 9

can anal mucus pass on hbv?

Accepted Answer

: If it has the virus in it.  Maybe. Beware.

Question 10

i have a little bit of anal mucus and sometimes feels tingly and itchy. sores sometimes appear but they go away. i've had this for almost 3 months now?

Accepted Answer

Broad Diff Diagnosis: These two symptoms can come from a intestinal infection/infestation, can be assoc w Irritable Bowel syndrome, can be assoc w Inflam Bowel, can be assoc w sensitivity to some foods (Gluten?), can come from lactose intolerance, can be a result of Herpes Infection. can be assoc with inadeq hygiene.  You should see an internist, get a culture, bld tests. Evaluation for chigers/mites/scabies

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What is the color of anal mucus discharge?

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I had a hemorrhoids operation, the hemorrhoids were removed. this was 5 months ago, since then i have anal mucus discharge. what can i do about it?

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My stool has been soft narrow like and i have had increased clear anal mucus discharge, no pain and can pass stool. what's wrong? should i see a doc?

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Clear anal mucus discharge 2x a week, with or without a bowel movement . no pain. had a normal colonoscopy 2 years ago. any suggestions?

A member asked:

I had a hemorroids surgery 5 months ago. ever since then i have anal mucus discharge. what can i do about it?

A member asked:

Can too much castor oil cause anal mucus discharge? the first 36 hours it was a yellowish color with a little diarrhea, after which, it turned black.

A member asked:

Anal mucus/blood discharge?

A member asked:

Anal light-brown mucus discharge when passing gas only 1-2 times once a week for 2 weeks. smells bad... no pain nor problems. what would cause it? thk

A member asked:

Can anal mucus pass on hbv?

A member asked:

I have a little bit of anal mucus and sometimes feels tingly and itchy. sores sometimes appear but they go away. i've had this for almost 3 months now?

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