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What Causes White Mucous Discharge In Stool And Mild Abdominal Pain?
I had a proper bowel movement this morning where there was whte stingy stuff on the stool but I also excreted some of the substance alone. In the air it seems foamy. I also have slight abdomidal pains. I think I've looked enough to be worried that it's the lining of my large intestine. what could be causeing that? And if the problem is an infection how should i treat it if i can't see a a doctor?
Tue, 18 Aug 2015
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Welcome to Health Care Magic. I read carefully your query and I understand your concern.
Mucus is found normally in the bowel, in order to lubricate and allow the stool to pass smoothly. Some amount of mucus in the stool is normal; however, significant amounts of mucus and if it is accompanied by diarrhea, pain or blood may signify an intestinal condition such as infection or inflammation.
Some bacterial infections, which could be culprit for this condition, may resolve on their own without treatment, but in some cases may be serious and require treatment with antibiotics.
I would recommend you to contact your local doctor, if you think you may have contracted a bacterial infection, especially after traveling abroad.
Hope I answered to your question. Feel free to ask again.
Take Care,
Dr. Ina Zaimi
Welcome to Health Care Magic. I read carefully your query and I understand your concern.
Mucus is found normally in the bowel, in order to lubricate and allow the stool to pass smoothly. Some amount of mucus in the stool is normal; however, significant amounts of mucus and if it is accompanied by diarrhea, pain or blood may signify an intestinal condition such as infection or inflammation.
Some bacterial infections, which could be culprit for this condition, may resolve on their own without treatment, but in some cases may be serious and require treatment with antibiotics.
I would recommend you to contact your local doctor, if you think you may have contracted a bacterial infection, especially after traveling abroad.
Hope I answered to your question. Feel free to ask again.
Take Care,
Dr. Ina Zaimi
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