Question 1

thick clear mucus discharge from anus for 4 months, dark cloudy blood patches in water, excess gas and bloatedness, constipation i am 19 years old ?

Accepted Answer

Needs evaluation: Though colon cancer would be very unusual for someone your age, ulcerative proctites or ulcerative colites would not be, see your family doc or a gastroenterologist or a colon and rectal surgeon.

Question 2

liquid discharge from anus. no bm or pain or anything?

Accepted Answer

Anorectal discharge: You may be describing mucus discharge, impaired anal sphincter function, or even a draining abscess or fistula. Gi or proctologist will first perform a visual inspection & digital exam after taking your history as to circumstances, duration, quality, timing of symptoms & your risk factors. They may then determine topical treatment, antibiotics, or perform further evaluation of rectal lining.

Question 3

brown smelly discharge from anus on vacation?

Accepted Answer

Anorectal discharge: You may be describing mucus discharge, impaired anal sphincter function, or even a draining abscess or fistula. Gi or proctologist will first perform a visual inspection & digital exam after taking your history as to circumstances, duration, quality, timing of symptoms & your risk factors. They may then determine topical treatment, antibiotics, or perform further evaluation of rectal lining.

Question 4

gastric problems, black/greyish discharge from anus with wind ..what could that be ?

Accepted Answer

See a md: Sound like you may be bleeding from an ulcer. Please go get checked out.

Question 5

52 y/o male.  have experienced (off and on) a sweet smelling, slimy discharge from anus that dries almost immediately on my fingers. please help.

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Malabsorption: This sounds like a malabsorptive problem, particularly fat metabolism.  You should see your doctor for testing including digestive enzymes.

Question 6

discharge from anus, should i be worried if family history of cancer?

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Maybe: Go see your doctor and have yourself examined.  It could be infectious and not cancer.  Some viruses, such as hpv and HIV can lead to cancer.

Question 7

very little brownish watery discharge from anus thoughout tha day..no pain..no irritation..no pimple like thing near anus..do have haemmoroids though?

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Leakage: Sounds like leakage of liquid stool. See your doctor for evaluation.

Question 8

what can cause orange oil discharge from anus? the last thing i ate was popcorn, kit-kat and a little bit of nachos.

Accepted Answer

Likely normal: Orange color can be the digestive biles from your normal digestion and the foods you have eaten. Should there be more concern, pain, or difficulty defecating a more thorough exam by your doctor would be reasonable. Good luck

Question 9

for 6-7 months had white pus or discharge from anus that comes and goes often, butt crack area is very red. no pain/itch or any other symptoms.causes?

Accepted Answer

Infection?: It sounds like you may have a peri-anal abscess, or a rectal fistula, or maybe a chronic anal fissure. All can be be serious or can become so. If you have had anal sex, then an STD like gonorrhea or chlamydia is possible. You need to see a doctor soon. Good luck.

Question 10

i have been having quite a bit of anal bleeding. no anal intercourse. i stay constipated a lot and have been having a bloody mucus discharge from anus?

Accepted Answer

See your physician: although rectsl bleeding is usually benign at your age (hemorrhoids) it can also be due to other causes ( AV malformation, divertium, Meckles, or cancer).  It is important to be evaluated and will likely require a colonoscopy to rule out more concerning causes

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