Brown jelly mucus in stool

Mucus in stool is normal, but it's not usually visible to the naked eye. When it is, you may notice stringy clear, white, or yellow goop in the toilet or clinging to your poop.

It may be blood-tinged, too.

There's some evidence to suggest that mucus in the colon, where stool passes, may help to prevent injury or inflammation.

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But it could be a sign of a health concern that needs treatment, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Tell your healthcare provider about any blood-tinged mucus or other concerning symptoms.

1. Ulcerative Colitis

In ulcerative colitis, the mucous membrane of the large intestine is inflamed.

Clear jelly-like mucus in stool

It develops small sores called ulcers. These ulcers can bleed and produce pus. They can also make enough mucus to be seen in the stool.

2. Proctitis

Proctitis is a condition that affects the rectum, the last part of the digestive tract before it reaches the anus and waste passes from the body.

It can have several causes, including a form of ulcerative proctitis that's related to ulcerative colitis.

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