Hello! I have had mucus in my stool since the last 5-6 weeks.. I got it checked by a gastroenterologist and he after taking 2 tests said my stomach is completely normal. I have this strange sensation in my throat and ears, which are a symptom of strep throat. Can the mucus in my stool be because of strep throat? Should I see an ENT specialist?
HelloWelcome to Chat Doctor. There is no relation between infection of nose and throat and presence of mucous in stools. Mucous in stools may be due to intestinal infection or inflammatory bowel disease. This calls for investigations like stool and urinalysis, colonoscopy,USG Aldo. But if you have done with all these tests and the doctor has given you a normal status, you need not worry further. Mucous is normally present in stools. Factors like constipation may cause apparently visible mucous in stools. When there is excessive mucous in stools associated with other related symptoms like abdominal discomfort, change in bowel habits, investigations become necessary. Thanks.