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What causes mulcus looking stuff in stools no other details

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We : We all have a small amount of mucous in the stool, as it is the lubricant of the digestive system. However, if you are seeing a larger amount than normal, it can represent infection or colitis. If it is a serious cause such as from crohn's or ulcerative colitis, or even cancer, it would typically be accompanied by pain and bleeding. If the mucous in your stool is larger than usual amount, or accompanied by pain, bleeding, vomiting, or fever, then please be evaluated by a physician.

Answered 7/22/2019

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Multiple reasons : It can be malabsorption syndrome or inflammatory bowel disease or irritable bowel syndrome ,It can be infectious etiology ,I will advise you to see you GI doc

Answered 7/31/2019

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Many causes: There are multiple causes including infection. You should see a GI physician

Answered 7/23/2019

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If : If it is in fact mucous, there are a variety of causes. I will list them for you: irritable bowel syndrome (ibs) food allergies ulcerative colitis intestinal bacterial infection mal-absorption syndromes ano-rectal fissures bowel obstruction celiac disease diverticulitis i recommend you visit your primary care provider for a complete medical evaluation.

Answered 7/2/2019

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Dr. Richard Zimon answered

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The bowel itself: produces mucous! Excessive amounts may be associated with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Consult your PCP who may recommend some testing to confirm. Hope this is helpful! Dr Z

Answered 7/27/2019

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