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Should bowel movements look slimy? if not what does it mean?

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NO: Stool may take on a slimy appearance for a few reasons. Most commonly, there may be some underlying colon infection especially if you have been around sick people, traveled abroad or taken recent antibiotics. It may also represent a problem with your ability to absorb fats. If fats are undigested they will produce a shiny slimy texture and the stool may float. Seek medical care if it doesn't impro.

Answered 5/18/2018

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Recently, my bowel movements began floating. What could this mean?

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