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Sometime there is mucus in my stool and sometimes it's fatty and floating why is this?
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Mucus: Mucus in stool is seen with irritable bowel syndrome. Increased fat content, however, can indicate intestinal malabsorption, gluten sensitivity, or pancreatic insufficiency. I recommend an evaluation by a gastroenterologist for diagnosis and treatment.
Answered 7/24/2016
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