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Mucus in the stool

2022-08-29 07:09:56
I am noticing some mucus in my stool lately can any one help why it can be so? I am actually very worried
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Frequent passing of mucus may be associated with IBD. U may need to do a sigmoidocopy and proctoscopy for diagnosis.

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