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I have been dealing with mucus discharge from my anus. Please help.
Query: Hello doctor, I have been dealing with mucus discharge from my anus. I regularly shower and exercise but refuse to go to social gatherings due to the embarrassment of this condition. I eat a very healthy diet to combat this issue. I start my day with a smoothie that consists of kale, spinach, avoca... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. The intestinal mucosa secretes mucus to help the stools move easily. This mucus flow may frequently be caused by intestinal inflammation. It can indicate an infection if it comes with an abdominal colic. You should not be concerned if ... Read Full »
I have a constant discharge from the anus. Why?
Query: Hello doctor,I have a constant discharge from the anus. It happens all day and night, sometimes it is clear or yellow. It also has some blood after pooping. There is no pain, just an uncomfortable feeling. Kindly suggest.Thank you. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and understand your concern. I want to the detail history as follows: 1. Since how long have you had the above-mentioned problem sir? 2. Do you have any difficulty in defecation? 3. Is there any pain while defecating? 4. Do you have constipation?... Read Full »
A white liquid discharge is coming out of my anus. Why so?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a problem with my anus. White liquid fluid is coming out of it. Why so? Please help. Read Full »
Dr. Madhan Kumar Madathupalayam Velusamy
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query. Kindly elaborate your issue so that I can help you. Thanks and regards. Read Full »
How to stop continuous sticky mucus leakage from the anus and anal discomfort?
Query: I was diagnosed with Crohn's disease 5 years back with symptoms like multiple visits to Washroom & stomach discomfort. My current symptoms are continuous sticky Mucus leakage from Anus since last 18 months. Also there is anal sweating, itching , discomfort & sometimes anal burning. Facing co... Read Full »
Answer: Hello Dear. I welcome you to icliniq. Well the symptoms you mention may be secondary to perianal disease. In among 25% to 30% of cases perianal disease in the form of anal fissure, anal fistual, perianal ulceration can accompany with crohns disease. I am afraid that you may have perianal disease gi... Read Full »
I have had a painful growth near my anus for the past few years. Kindly help.
Query: Hi doctor, I have something near the anus which has been there for a few years, and sometimes it increases in size and is painful, but I feel relieved when it pops. On the other hand, sometimes it is painful when pressure is applied. I have attached the picture. Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. From the attached image (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity), it seems you have repeated perianal abscess. Usually, a fistula is responsible. This fistula is called fistula-in-ano or anal fistula and is of several types. Bas... Read Full »
What causes stomach pains with anal discharge of mucus, pus, and blood?
Query: Hi doctor, I had stomach pains with an anal discharge of mucous, pus, and very little blood for five weeks. Stool samples were negative, and I had colonoscopy and endoscopy within a week. Years ago, I was diagnosed with IBS (Irritable bowel syndrome) and GERD (Gastroesophageal reflux disease). I st... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. These are rectal symptoms that commonly include rectal bleeding, mucus, pus, incomplete evacuation, and urgency ( rushing to the restroom). Various conditions could cause this, but considering your age, it could be ulcerative proctitis or colitis, colorectal carcinom... Read Full »