Question 1

do i need to worry if i have runny stomach, passing bloody mucus stools?

Accepted Answer

Doctor can evaluate: Colon or rectum symptoms with bloody mucus can be due to irritation (inflammation) or infection. Symptoms can occur from infectious viruses or bacteria, inflammatory bowel, Giardia infections, celiac disease, etc... Lactose intolerance, or eating excess fruits or sugarfree sweeteners like maltitol, can cause gas and nonbloody diarrhea. A primary care doctor, or a gastroenterologist, can evaluate.

Question 2

been passing bloody mucus in stool. now feeling very anxious. what can i do to calm myself down? i'd like to avoid a panic attack if possible.

Accepted Answer

Realize you are not: In immediate danger. That should help you avoid a panic attack. There is a reason for bloody mucous and it does need to be checked out but it is not going to harm you any time soon. Make an appointment with your doctor and you will get the help you need.

Question 3

went 2 dr for gas pain but cant pass much gas & bloody mucus w/no stool. said it is constipation but i'm still worried. could it be something worse?

Accepted Answer

Gastroenterologist: Since you're experiencing abdominal distress, passing bloody mucus, but are unable to have a bowel movement your symptoms are concerning and a gastroenterologist is best qualified to evaluate you. Possibilities include mucus colitis with predominant constipation, inflammatory bowel disease, incomplete intestinal obstruction or proctitis. Abdominal distension or vomiting would be very serious signs

Question 4

why do i feel really thirsty even after drinking lots of water? also passing bloody mucus in stool and troubles sleeping and bloating. dr appt mon.

Accepted Answer

Dehydration: Might be dehydrated from diarrhea or gastroenteritis.

Question 5

5wks post hemorroidectomy.today i was constipated and took miralax (polyethylene glycol). stool hard painful to pass & bright bloody mucus when i wiped. should i go to er?

Accepted Answer

Keep stool soft: No, but i would take MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) or some gentle laxative on a daily basis, and keep your self well hydrated.  Also consider adding some fiber like a 'metamucil' or equivalent once a day to keep your bms soft and regular.  If this happens and the bleeding continues, then you will need to have it checked out.  A hemorrhoidectomy takes a while to get over.

Question 6

should i be worried about passing mucus without stool?

Accepted Answer

Mucus discharge: 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. At the very least stool studies &amp; probably a sigmoidoscopy should be considered, but a more extensive evaluation may be warranted.

Question 7

what does it mean if there is some bloody mucus in my babys stool?

Accepted Answer

Not good: Blood and mucus in stools is an indicator of inflammation. This could be an infection or sign of allergy. Please take your baby to the doctor to be evaluated.

Question 8

what can caused bloody mucus at finish of each stool, with no other symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Doctor can evaluate: There are many causes of blood in the stool, ranging from benign to malignant (cancer). Bloody stools can be caused by hemorrhoids, colitis, diverticulosis, colon cancer, and more. If a person has blood in his or her stool, it should be checked out by a doctor as soon as possible.

Question 9

what would cause a sudden onset of passing small pebble stool covered in thick white mucus/fatty like substance?

Accepted Answer

Fat/fiber: with mucous is the most common reason for this to occur.

Question 10

in the past 2 weeks i have experienced 5 occasions of mucus, no stool, that appears bloody. what could be the cause?

Accepted Answer

Several things: Problems like these can only be correctly handled by your doctor in person.  He/she needs to listen to you, perform an examination and possibly run labs or other tests. That's the only way he/she can find out what's going on and what to do about it.

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Do i need to worry if i have runny stomach, passing bloody mucus stools?

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Been passing bloody mucus in stool. now feeling very anxious. what can i do to calm myself down? i'd like to avoid a panic attack if possible.

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Went 2 dr for gas pain but cant pass much gas & bloody mucus w/no stool. said it is constipation but i'm still worried. could it be something worse?

A member asked:

Why do i feel really thirsty even after drinking lots of water? also passing bloody mucus in stool and troubles sleeping and bloating. dr appt mon.

A member asked:

5wks post hemorroidectomy.today i was constipated and took miralax (polyethylene glycol). stool hard painful to pass & bright bloody mucus when i wiped. should i go to er?

A member asked:

Should i be worried about passing mucus without stool?

A member asked:

What does it mean if there is some bloody mucus in my babys stool?

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What can caused bloody mucus at finish of each stool, with no other symptoms?

A member asked:

What would cause a sudden onset of passing small pebble stool covered in thick white mucus/fatty like substance?

A member asked:

In the past 2 weeks i have experienced 5 occasions of mucus, no stool, that appears bloody. what could be the cause?

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