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52 y/o male. have experienced (off and on) a sweet smelling, slimy discharge from anus that dries almost immediately on my fingers. please help.

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Dr. Ankush Bansal answered

Malabsorption: This sounds like a malabsorptive problem, particularly fat metabolism. You should see your doctor for testing including digestive enzymes.

Answered 11/9/2020

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A member asked:

52 y/o male. have experienced (off and on) a sweet smelling, slimy discharge from anus that dries almost immediately on my fingers. please help.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ankush Bansal answered

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