Bloody mucus in stool.

[Romeoo]

About a year ago it first happened where I had to go to the bathroom but all that came out was bloody mucus, it happened about once a month for the next 5 months after that and then it somewhat went away. It came back about 3 days ago and the same situation, not too much stool, just bloody mucus, and most of the time after that when I had to go to the bathroom it is loose stool (not diarrhea) or little pebble like. I had a stool test done months ago when I was really concerned but they said there was nothing to worry about. IBS was brought up also the possibility of hemorrhoids crossed my mind, my biggest fear is that it has something to do with colon cancer. I did have constipation a lot before and changed my diet which seemed to help a bit, my guess was that instant ramen had a little impact on it. No severe stomach pain tho, just little pain here and there not constant.

Anyone with similar situations or tips on what I should do next? I have a doctors appointment scheduled next week to tell them about it again.

[GCCA-Survivor Administrator]

Hi Romeoo,

Thanks for posting on Colon Cancer Connected. I'm glad to hear you have the doctor appointment scheduled for next week. Anytime there is blood in the stool you need a good answer for it. One thing about colon cancer is that it is very slow in development and screening and catching things early is very beneficial. A non-cancerous polyp caught early and removed is definitely heading off what could be a big concern later if ignored. When you had the stool test done, was it a test that would check for blood in the stool? I would think that if you were observing this, then it would more than likely come back as positive on a FIT test.

It looks like you're still in speculation mode and we need to get some more definitive answers for what you're experiencing. I would write down all the symptoms you've been experiencing and are experiencing so you make sure you are covering those with your doctor. Make sure you mention the" not severe stomach pain" as that is still a symptom that you have going on. Another thing to think about is if there is any hereditary medical issues within your family. This is good information for the doctor to know as well as that could lead to some other tests that may need to be given.

I do wish you the best in getting answers next week. Hopefully that'll put you on the quick path to being well. Please let us know what you find out as it is that type of information that can be helpful to others on this site.

Thank you,

~Tom, GCCA Survivor - Colon Cancer Connected Site Administrator.

Just a reminder - this group is here to offer support, share experiences, and offer our thoughts - but this is not medical advice, and you should always consult your medical professional(s). Additionally, for all emergencies, seek urgent medical care, never delay.

[chnn]

sounds similiar like mine. did you find what cause yours ?

[Romeoo in reply to chnn]

Hey yea, i went for a colonoscopy and they pulled out one small polyp and i have small hemorrhoids. As of now I am okay but they will update me within this month on specifics.

[Sooty712]

Hi hope you are wellDid you ever manage to find out what the cause was as I'm having very similar problems.

[Romeoo in reply to Sooty712]

Hey yea, i went for a colonoscopy and they pulled out one small polyp and i have small hemorrhoids. As of now I am okay but they will update me within this month on specifics.

[Sooty712 in reply to Romeoo]

That's good news glad you are feeling better. Also give me hope too as soon I shall definitely be having a sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy.😔

How did you find the colonoscopy ?

[Romeoo in reply to Sooty712]

Well, It felt pretty uncomfortable and also the prep for it isn't the most fun but. You have to get through it.

[Annarbor]

hey, what was the process like?