I've been noticing mucus in my stool for the past few days, and it's been a bit worrying. I had a colonoscopy about ten days ago, and the results came back normal, which was a relief. I've attached the report for reference. I'm really curious about what's causing the mucus and how I should go about treating it. Could you help me understand a bit more about this?

Dr Ranjith Darla

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• 3+ Yrs

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Considering your normal colonoscopy results, mucus in stool may be caused by:

Common Causes

1. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
2. Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
3. Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
4. Infection (bacterial, viral, or parasitic)
5. Food intolerance (lactose, gluten, spicy foods)
6. Hormonal changes
7. Medication side effects (antibiotics, NSAIDs)

Treatment Options

1. Dietary changes:

• Increase fiber intake
• Hydrate adequately
• Avoid trigger foods

1. Over-the-counter medications:

• Anti-diarrheal medications (e.g., loperamide)
• Probiotics

1. Prescription medications (if necessary):

• Antibiotics (for bacterial infections)
• Anti-inflammatory medications

1. Lifestyle modifications:

• Stress management
• Regular exercise

Next Steps

1. Schedule a follow-up appointment with your gastroenterologist.
2. Provide a stool sample for further analysis.
3. Consider repeating colonoscopy if symptoms persist.

Self-Care

1. Stay hydrated.
2. Avoid spicy or fatty foods.
3. Manage stress.
4. Monitor stool frequency and consistency.

Answered 04/07/2025