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What Causes Pink Mucous In Stool?

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Posted on Wed, 17 Feb 2016
Question: Having uncontrolled rectal discharge of pink mucus substance usually in early morning but not often. Maybe once a week.
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Answered by Dr. Ronald Schubert (34 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Rectal discharge

Detailed Answer:
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I am sorry to hear that you are having problem with rectal discharge. This is usually a sign of constipation and hard stools. The mucous is needed to help lubricate the stool as it goes through the colon. I would recommend that you eat a high fiber diet and if needed even take additional fiber laxatives like metamucil. These additives will help bulk up the stool and help reduce the mucous formation.

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Dr. Ronald Schubert

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What Causes Pink Mucous In Stool?

Brief Answer: Rectal discharge Detailed Answer: Thank you for contacting HCM with your health care concerns I am sorry to hear that you are having problem with rectal discharge. This is usually a sign of constipation and hard stools. The mucous is needed to help lubricate the stool as it goes through the colon. I would recommend that you eat a high fiber diet and if needed even take additional fiber laxatives like metamucil. These additives will help bulk up the stool and help reduce the mucous formation. I hope I answered your question. Please contact us again if you have any additional questions