A member asked:

I have mucas coming out of my rectum/perineum. i am healing from a perineal tear. does this indicate healing is happening?

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Dr. Ayman Omar answered

Specializes in Neurology

Glands: Mucous is typically secreted by the mucous glands in the area. If there is a tear then the glands can produce more mucous which could potentially help protect the area from further damage and therefore potentially speed up healing.

Answered 10/12/2016

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