Question 1

why am i having pink mucus in stool?

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? colitis: Pink mucus in the stool suggests mucus mixed with blood.  This is often associate with different inflammatory causes i.e. ulcerative colitis, infectious colitis.  You would most likely benefit from an endoscopic evaluation of your colon.

Question 2

i'm seriously worried! mucus in stool?

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Stool: Mucus is a lubricant in our GI tract – so a small amounts needn't be a concern. However if there are large amounts of mucus especially if associated with blood  or abdominal pain– that warrants evaluation.

Question 3

what causes orange mucus in stool ?

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Should be evaluated: There can be multiple reasons for mucous in the stool and further reasons why it is orange in color. Causes of mucous in the stool can range from benign to serious. More information would be needed, and you should have this evaluated. It may be irritation in the colon, a polyp, colon inflamation-colitis. Most of the time occasional mucous in the stool may be benign- but must be evaluated.

Question 4

could oil and mucus in stool be from using suppossitories?

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Suppositories: Yes it is quite possible that the oil and mucus in your stooll, is due to suppositories.

Question 5

why ibs causes mucus in stool?

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: It usually does not. Ask your doctor to consider why you have it

Question 6

is bright green mucus in stool sign of infection?  what needs to be done?

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Mucus on stool: Mucus discharge occurs in up to 50% of patients with irritable bowel syndrome, with or without pain. Mucus may also be produced in response to partial obstruction, chronic constipation, rectal dysfunction, infection, &amp; even from secretory villous tumors of the rectum. Green  tint to your mucus is the color of bile. If this presentation is new or worsening for you, get medically checked.

Question 7

clear stringy mucus in stool , normal bowlment , could it just be my ibs ?

Accepted Answer

Stools: This is possible, but if it continues might be inclined to have this looked at.

Question 8

what would cause alot of mucus in stool at times ? and any advice untill see doctor?

Accepted Answer

: Small intestine make a jelly like substance to keep large intestine or colon moist or lubricated. If you see mucus occasionally, it is ok. If you notice increase in mucus frequently or regularly, you should see your doctor. Dehydration and constipation are common causes hence increasing water intake and avoiding constipation can be done while awaiting visit with the doctor. Hope it helps.

Question 9

mucus in stool with the same consistency as toilet paper. what does this sound like?

Accepted Answer

How long do you have: Is there any diarrhoea, blood in stool, weight loss, constipation , foul odour to stool, change in consistency and colour of stool. Mucus - minimal qy is normal to happen occasionally. But if occurs for a considerable period, associated abd. Pain/cramps, poor appetite, flatulence etc are concerning. Pl see ur pcp/ GI doc to get stool checked, r/o inflam.&infec. Bowel conditions-small/large intesti.

Question 10

is it possible for gallbladder removal to cause extra mucus in stool, including with solid stools too?

Accepted Answer

Cholecystectomy: Although it is certainly possible to develop a loose stools for a while after cholecystectomy, it is not usual to develop any mucus with the stool. Occasionally when someone receives antibiotics, however, they can develop an infection in the colon which can result in mucus in the stool. Otherwise, there is no reason to have excess mucus after gallbladder removal. Good luck.

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