Mucus in stool is relatively common and can be caused by constipation or dehydration. However, in some cases, it points to a more serious underlying condition.

Celiac disease can cause stool changes, such as diarrhea and constipation. Learn more about how the condition may affect the color and consistency of stool.

Did you know that certain medications can cause symptom of 'Mucous stools'. Find these drugs listed on the page and be warned of similar symptoms as possible side-effects.

Tapping into the mucus in our poop could make monitoring gut health easier and less painful, reports new research.

Do you have a habit of seeing your poop in the toilet before flushing? It is a healthy habit and makes you familiar with the ...

Abnormal stool can be a sign of bleeding or other medical problems that need attention.

A small amount of visible mucus in stool is normal (the clear jellylike substance is found through­out the digestive tract). But stool containing large globs of mucus points to a problem.

Additional searching turned up celiac disease as another possibility. I have experienced quite a few symptoms of celiac disease besides tan, floating poop, though my doctors have dismissed my ...

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a chronic condition that affects the functioning of the digestive system, especially the large intestine. Characterized by a series of uncomfortable and recurring ...

A bloody stool is often not a serious problem in young children, but call your pediatrician just to make sure.