Moist rectum?

[pat_smith]

Hello,

It's been a while since I've noticed my anus is moist at times because of a slightly viscous/gooey liquid, with no colour (transparent).

It could be mucous (as the liquid from a runny nose or - I hope it's not a strange comparison - the liquid from a moist vagina).

There isn't an actual discharge, there are no marks left on the underwear (as it is of no colour).

I wouldn't say I have an irritable bowel or any other digestive problems.

I had an irritable bowel years ago because of considerable stress, but it is not currently the case.

Any ideas about what would be the cause?

Thank you!

[Cipher]

Best to visit a gastroenterologist to figure out what might be the problem if you haven't already. Can't say any more than that since I have no personal experience with this.

[pat_smith in reply to Cipher]

I will visit a specialist eventually, of course.

[Phiden18]

I agree with Cipher, get a referral to a gastroenterologist from your GP. What you're experiencing IS a discharge, just possibly not a mucosal one. This can arise from pockets of infection from abscesses, cysts, or lesions in the bowel wall. If it has an odour, this is much more likely. However, as a sufferer of Crohn's Colitis, I highly recommend you get that referral straight away, so that whatever the cause, it can be treated ASAP. Hope this helps! Let me know how you get on!