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Today when i went to the bathroom, i found two small white things lodged in my poo. they looked like fingernails (pinky sized)! what could this be?

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Dr. John Michel answered

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Mucous: This does not sound serious. It could be mucous or something that you have eaten. I would not be concerned at this point. The only other thing that suggests is possibly worms. See the doc and have yourself checked out.

Answered 1/9/2016

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A member asked:

Today when i went to the bathroom, i found two small white things lodged in my poo. they looked like fingernails (pinky sized)! what could this be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Michel answered

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