Question 1

hi, i've noticed dark brown mucus in rectum after every bm. is this mucus mixed with my stool or something else? have not seen any blood in stool.

Accepted Answer

Secreted mucus: The lining of the bowel is composed of mucosal cells which secrete mucus.  This is in association with the microbiome or bacterial content inherent with bowel content which also is associated with mucus secretion.  Mild irritation of bowel results in this over secretion of mucus from the lining cells and which is associated with colon irritation, not tumor per se.

Question 2

blood in stool but suddenly turned red to dark blackish?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: This needs to be evaluated by a physician to determine the cause of the blood loss.

Question 3

blood in stool goes from tar black to red brown more red?

Accepted Answer

Need GI Follow Up: Darker the stool higher up the GI tract. Now you mention red brown than more red. Sounds like you could have hemorrhoids but the black tar could be an ulcer or gastritis etc etc. You may need egd and colonscopy esp if family history of colon cancer or peptic ulcer disease.

Question 4

blood in stool.  should this be an immediate concern? stool was dark and solid.  blood seemed to be in the stool

Accepted Answer

You : You need to schedule a visit with your doctor asap for this issue. Lower rectal bleeding can be due to many things (hemorrhoids, infections, cancer, fissures, etc.) you will need a complete history and physical done. Your doctor will likely do stool tests and may refer you to a gastrointestinal (GI) specialist.
If the bleeding increases and/or you feel weak or dizzy present to the er.
Take care.

Question 5

when i defecate, my stool sinks to the bottom of the toilet seat and my urine around it becomes darker (kind of orange) if i stay sitting for a long time. is this normal or does that mean i have blood in stool or urine?

Accepted Answer

: This sounds entirely normal and doesn't suggest blood in either urine or stool.

Question 6

i have constant diarrhoea and gas (last 4-5 months) now. can medications cause this continuously? no blood in stool, no discolouration, but gas and diarrh. my stool is a bit watery (water turns brown) and stool is in small pieces?

Accepted Answer

: Chronic Diarrhea can be a problem. It is important that you have a stool culture to determine if you have a chronic infection such as giardia which can be easily treated with medication. Talk to your primary care provider and have a thorough exam and testing. You can also discuss the effect of any meds that you are taking.

Question 7

bright red  blood once when expelled gas. no blood in stool. stool normal brown color. have hemorrhoids. what else might cause this?

Accepted Answer

Need evaluation: Likely hemorrhoids. But better get the evaluation.

Question 8

bad (crippling) stomach cramps, dark green stool and blood in stool which is often quite loose or hard to go what's happening? (been about a month)

Accepted Answer

Constipation?: It may be that you are constipated, then when you go you have to strain a lot, causing some bleeding and then loose stool after the hard stool comes out.  Try getting more fiber in your diet, such as whole grain bread, fresh fruits and vegetables.  Also, drink more water as this helps also.  If no better in a week or so, see your doctor.  Good luck!

Question 9

have had fluffy ragged edged poop on and off for a few weeks now, light brown colored. have also bad a metallic smell to my poop for about a month. no visual signs of blood in stool. some stomach gurgling/belching. what could cause the smell?

Accepted Answer

Diet?: Most of the time, the smell and appearance of the stool is related to something being ingested. So, are you eating or drinking something different since the smell changed? If so, try eliminating that and see if the smell goes away. Your doctor can also test your stool for microscopic blood that you wouldn’t be able to see. Best of luck-let us know if you figure out the culprit!

Question 10

painful breasts, smelly discharge, blood in stool and vagina. my discharge is either bright red, dark or white?

Accepted Answer

See an OB/GYN: Right away.  This could be one of several things, including a spontaneous abortion (miscarriage), infection, etc.  You should be seen quickly, examined, diagnosed and treated.

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Hi, i've noticed dark brown mucus in rectum after every bm. is this mucus mixed with my stool or something else? have not seen any blood in stool.

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Blood in stool but suddenly turned red to dark blackish?

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Blood in stool goes from tar black to red brown more red?

A member asked:

Blood in stool. should this be an immediate concern? stool was dark and solid. blood seemed to be in the stool

A member asked:

When i defecate, my stool sinks to the bottom of the toilet seat and my urine around it becomes darker (kind of orange) if i stay sitting for a long time. is this normal or does that mean i have blood in stool or urine?

A member asked:

I have constant diarrhoea and gas (last 4-5 months) now. can medications cause this continuously? no blood in stool, no discolouration, but gas and diarrh. my stool is a bit watery (water turns brown) and stool is in small pieces?

A member asked:

Bright red blood once when expelled gas. no blood in stool. stool normal brown color. have hemorrhoids. what else might cause this?

A member asked:

Bad (crippling) stomach cramps, dark green stool and blood in stool which is often quite loose or hard to go what's happening? (been about a month)

A member asked:

Have had fluffy ragged edged poop on and off for a few weeks now, light brown colored. have also bad a metallic smell to my poop for about a month. no visual signs of blood in stool. some stomach gurgling/belching. what could cause the smell?

A member asked:

Painful breasts, smelly discharge, blood in stool and vagina. my discharge is either bright red, dark or white?

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