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Rectal mucus and light rectal spotting after long distance runs (10+ miles). any cause for concern? only occurs after running.
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See a doctor: Rectal bleeding is not normal and needs evaluation. The situation you describe may be a sign of ischemic colitis, a condition in which there is reduced blood flow to the colon . The stress of a long distance run may shunt blood away from the bowel. A gastroenterologist can help sort this out.
Answered 12/5/2018
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