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What Do Acidic Discharge From The Rectum Indicate?
I have an acidic discharge from my rectum. It s not every day, but it is very often. And sometimes it s so acidic that it burns the skin surrounding my rectum. I try not to eat chili peppers and I do not drink citrus juice, but I often eat black pepper with my food. Could this be causing it?
Thu, 23 Feb 2023
Hello,
Acidic discharge from rectum suggests lactose intolerance. I suggest you to get stool test for pH. If the stool pH is less than 5-5 for two instances, it is suggestive of lactose intolerance. I suggest you to consult your physician thereafter.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist
Acidic discharge from rectum suggests lactose intolerance. I suggest you to get stool test for pH. If the stool pH is less than 5-5 for two instances, it is suggestive of lactose intolerance. I suggest you to consult your physician thereafter.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shailja Puri, Pathologist and Microbiologist
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