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I have a some stomach issues but i used the restroom a few times and in my stool i found a stretchy latix like substance. very concerned?

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Could be mucous: Many people who have chronic stomach issues (such as frequent bouts of constipation or diarrhea, often caused by stress or change in diet) pass mucous in their stool. It looks clear to whitish and can be described as "stretchy". If there is no blood or pus (greenish or yellowish thick material), it is not serious. Please ask your doc if you could have irritable bowel syndrome.

Answered 1/9/2013

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Mucus or pus?: 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, & even from secretory villous tumors of the rectum. At the very least stool studies, anal/rectal inspection are appropriate. Peri-anal abscesses & fistulas may need urgent attention.

Answered 1/14/2013

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