- male
- 45 Years
- 22/01/2025
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?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Considering your normal colonoscopy results, mucus in stool may be caused by:
Common Causes
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)
- Infection (bacterial, viral, or parasitic)
- Food intolerance (lactose, gluten, spicy foods)
- Hormonal changes
- Medication side effects (antibiotics, NSAIDs)
Treatment Options
- Dietary changes:
- Increase fiber intake
- Hydrate adequately
- Avoid trigger foods
- Over-the-counter medications:
- Anti-diarrheal medications (e.g., loperamide)
- Probiotics
- Prescription medications (if necessary):
- Antibiotics (for bacterial infections)
- Anti-inflammatory medications
- Lifestyle modifications:
- Stress management
- Regular exercise
Next Steps
- Schedule a follow-up appointment with your gastroenterologist.
- Provide a stool sample for further analysis.
- Consider repeating colonoscopy if symptoms persist.
Self-Care
- Stay hydrated.
- Avoid spicy or fatty foods.
- Manage stress.
- Monitor stool frequency and consistency.
Dr. Ranjith Suggests...
Consult a Gastroenterology/gi Medicine Specialist
Answered 04/07/2025
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