Some mucus in the stool is normal. Conditions like irritable bowel syndrome and ulcerative colitis can cause more mucus in the stool.
Answer: Passage of mucus in stool can suggest colitis, infection or a villus adenoma / polyp. You need to see your Doctor to check this out
Something is wrong, it could be an infective, inflammatory, autoimmune or benign or malignant neoplastic problem . You need to see a doctor as soon as possible.
A small amount of mucus in the stool is normal. A doctor should be consulted it it becomes a regular occurrence or if it is accompanied by blood in the stool. This may be an indication of more serious conditions including Crohn's Disease, ulcerative colitis or cancer.
If you are worried take the child to a doctor with a sample of the stool. Everyone has mucus in their stool to some extent. The bowel is lined with mucous membrane which helps the passage of the stool. Sometimes it becomes excessive if there is an inflammation, or the bowel is irritated (for example by spicy food). If the child is healthy and apart from this the stools are normal and the mucus is not bloodstained, forget about it.
Yes, the colon does secrete mucus to help lubricate the passage of stool and protect its lining from damage.
Mucus in a dog's stool can be a sign of intestinal inflammation, infection, or irritation. It may also indicate the presence of parasites or dietary issues. If mucus is consistently present in your dog's stool, it is best to consult a veterinarian for proper evaluation and treatment.
Go to the doctor.
Must have a amebiasis bacteria
A cat's stool could be a light beige color due to the meal the cat has eaten. The color of a stool can change and there is nothing to worry about unless there is mucus or blood.
it means that you should see a doctor
lubricate the stool and keep it nice and moist