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Understanding Mucus in Stool: When to Worry About Blood and Symptoms

Mucus in stool Hello Doctor, this morning after having a bowel movement, while squatting to tidy up, I suddenly felt a warm sensation. When I went to the bathroom, I noticed yellow mucus with blood streaks, and my stool also had slight traces of blood. However, there were no obvi...


Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
There is yellow mucus with blood present, but there are no obvious blood stains upon wiping, which does not seem to indicate an external hemorrhoid issue. There are symptoms suggestive of colitis. A stool test can be conducted to check for abnormalities. If this occurs frequently...

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Understanding Digestive Issues: White Deposits and Mucus in Stool

Bowel issues? Hello doctor, recently I have often noticed white deposits in my stool over the past month. In the linked image https://imgur.com/Q1q6f3z, I frequently find brown mucus when wiping. Additionally, the amount of stool during each bowel movement feels quite small, and ...


Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It is mostly colonic mucus, further observation is recommended.

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Understanding Blood-Streaked Mucus in Stool: Causes and Concerns

Blood-stained mucus Hello, I experienced abdominal pain yesterday along with bloody mucus in my stool. After having a bowel movement, the pain subsided. I have had hard stools previously, which caused bleeding when wiping. Could you please explain the possible reasons for the blo...


Dr. Yang Zhichao Reply:
You can visit the gastroenterology and hepatology outpatient clinic.

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Understanding Blood-Streaked Mucus in Stool: Causes and Concerns

Blood-tinged mucus Hello, I experienced abdominal pain and passed mucus-streaked blood in my stool yesterday. After having a bowel movement, the pain in my abdomen subsided. I have previously had hard stools and noticed blood when wiping. What could be the cause of the blood in m...


Dr. Yang Zhichao Reply:
You can visit the gastroenterology and hepatology outpatient clinic.

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Understanding Blood-Streaked Mucus in Stool: Causes and Concerns

Blood-stained mucus Hello, I experienced abdominal pain yesterday along with bloody mucus in my stool. After having a bowel movement, the pain in my abdomen subsided. I have previously had hard stools and noticed blood when wiping. What could be the cause of this? Why is there bl...


Dr. Yang Zhichao Reply:
You can visit the Gastroenterology and Hepatology outpatient clinic.

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Understanding Mucus in Stool: When to Worry About Gastrointestinal Issues

Bowel issues? Hello doctor, about three to four months ago, I noticed a small amount of clear mucus on the toilet paper when wiping after a bowel movement. This condition lasted for about a week and then resolved. However, just now, after my bowel movement, I noticed a little bit...


Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It is just normal colonic mucus, so there is no need to worry; you can simply monitor it.

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Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Mucus in Stool and IBS Symptoms

Bowel issues, fecal problems, irritable bowel syndrome, and the presence of white objects on the stool? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing gastrointestinal issues for a month and a half. I often feel the urge to have a bowel movement but can only pass a small amount of stool ...


Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Unrelated to cancer. A normal diet should include low oil, low dairy, and an increased intake of fruits and vegetables.

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Understanding Black Mucus in Stool: Causes and Concerns for Your Health

Black stool issue Hello Doctor: Since last year, I have noticed black mucus in my stool that is not mixed with the feces. However, the explanations I found online only mention "entirely black stools" or "blood separated from stool," and there is no explanation...


Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to consult a gastroenterologist, who will determine whether to arrange for a fecal occult blood test or further colonoscopy. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Tsai An-Shun.

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Understanding Digestive Issues: Constipation, Bloating, and Mucus in Stool

Bowel issues, stool problems, gastrointestinal issues? Hello Doctor, recently I have been experiencing significant difficulty with bowel movements, and even passing gas has been challenging. Most of the time, I only expel gas, and when I do have a bowel movement, it consists of o...


Dr. Hu Guozheng Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to visit the Gastroenterology or Colorectal Surgery outpatient clinic for evaluation. Thank you.

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Understanding Bowel Symptoms: Mucus in Stool and Other Concerns

Bowel movement concerns? Hello doctor, last week I had a frequent urge to have a bowel movement for 2 to 3 days, but initially, I only passed gas and very little stool. After taking the antidiarrheal medication prescribed by the doctor, my bowel movements started to normalize, bu...


Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It appears to be normal mucus from the colon, further observation is recommended.

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Understanding Blood-Streaked Mucus in Stool: Insights from a Gastroenterologist

Follow-up Inquiry #197646 Dear Dr. Lin, Thank you very much for your response and explanation regarding my inquiry in "<a href='https://adoctor.tw/article/197646'>#197646</a>". I have greatly benefited from it. I would like to ask you further ques...


Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Q1: Hemorrhoids can cause bleeding and abnormal bowel movements—both diarrhea and constipation can lead to hemorrhoids and anal fissures. Hemorrhoids often bleed and may sometimes result in chronic anemia, so caution is advised. Q2: A single day of mucus-streaked stool with sli...

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Understanding Mucus in Stool: Causes and Concerns for Digestive Health

Mucus in stool Hello Doctor, 1. In the past two weeks, after having a bowel movement, I notice white, transparent mucus on the toilet paper after wiping for the third or fourth time. This does not happen every time; sometimes it occurs, and sometimes it does not. After each vis...


Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: The presence of intestinal mucus is a nonspecific symptom of gastrointestinal diseases, and healthy individuals may also occasionally experience mucus. If accompanied by other gastrointestinal symptoms, it is advisable to consult a gastroenterologist for further evaluation...

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Understanding Mucus in Stool: Causes and Concerns for Digestive Health

The stool contains mucus with blood clots? Hello Doctor: Today, after using the restroom, I noticed mucus that looked like blood clots (about the size of a five-dollar coin). However, my bowel movements have been normal lately, and the color is also normal. The mucus is separate ...


Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Fecal occult blood testing can be performed for diagnostic purposes.

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Understanding Mucus in Stool: Is It Normal to Have Only Mucus?

Mucus in stool Is it normal to only pass mucus (white and yellow) without any stool?


Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Still within normal range, can continue to monitor for changes.

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Understanding Blood and Mucus in Stool: Possible Gastrointestinal Issues

Blood and mucus in the stool? In the past week, I have noticed blood streaks in my stool, and sometimes I experience pain in my anus during bowel movements. Once, I noticed blood on the toilet paper after wiping. Occasionally, there is white mucus present. My bowel habits have no...


Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Pain in the perianal area accompanied by blood is due to anal fissures. Mucus discharge is considered normal.

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Understanding White Mucus in Stool: When to Seek Medical Advice

Bowel issues Hello, doctor: In the past month, I have noticed small clumps of white substance in my stool once or twice, which looks somewhat like soggy toilet paper and a bit like cotton. However, my bowel movements have been normal. Could this be mucus, or is there another reas...


Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: This description strongly indicates a specific condition. If it is just mucus, it may be considered a normal situation. However, if there are still concerns, you can consult a gastroenterologist to arrange for a stool examination. Changhua Hospital cares about your health....

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Understanding Mucus in Stool: Causes and When to Worry

Mucous stools without blood? Hello, Deputy Director. Sometimes when I have softer stools, I notice mucus when I wipe after straining, which is brown and does not contain blood. However, there is no mucus in the stool itself, just the odor of the stool. This occurrence is infreque...


Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
When experiencing soft stools with mucus but no blood, and noticing that stools become soft and mucous during stressful times, it can be concerning, especially after eating something that may have upset your stomach. The fear of colorectal cancer is understandable. At your age, t...

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Understanding Mucus in Stool: When to Seek Medical Advice

The amount of mucus in the stool? Hello, doctor. Recently, I've noticed that there seems to be an increased amount of mucus in my stool when I go to the bathroom. Approximately 30-50% of the surface of the stool is covered with mucus, which sometimes appears whitish but most...


Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: The presence of mucus in the stool is generally considered a normal phenomenon. However, if 30-50% of the surface of the stool shows mucus, it may be excessive. You should consult a gastroenterologist to evaluate whether an endoscopy is necessary. Changhua Hospital cares a...

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Understanding Orange Mucus in Stool: When to Seek Medical Advice

Mucus in stool Hello doctor, I would like to ask about my previous experience with blood in my stool, which occurred once or twice but resolved on its own. Recently, I read an article stating that normal stool mucus is typically white. However, I have noticed that the mucus on th...


Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
If there is no blood in the stool, further observation should be considered.

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Understanding Orange Mucus in Stool: Is It Normal?

Mucus in stool Hello doctor, I would like to ask about my previous experience with blood in my stool, which occurred once or twice but resolved on its own. Recently, I read an article stating that normal stool mucus is typically white, but I have noticed that the mucus on the sur...


Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
If there is no blood in the stool, further observation should be considered.

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