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A 35-year-old male asked:

I just had a bowel movement, and when i wiped there was a small amount of brown mucus. is it a normal amount or something bad? the bm was hard, suggesting constipation. also: my city has a heatwave right now so i may be dehydrated?

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Dr. Clarence Grimanswered

Endocrinology 59 years experience

prob normal. Stay hydrated and in the shade.

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Answered Jun 20, 2022

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