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Is it normal to have a mucus like substance come out when i have a bowel movement? i am a very constipated person.
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Yes: Costipation and mucous secretion suggest irritable bowel syndrome buut other conditionscan cause thei and the diagnosis of ibs may only after a workup with a colonoscopy seek medical evaluation especially if you have any family history of intestinal problems.
Answered 7/20/2012
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