There can be many different reasons for discharge from your anus (bottom), and it can vary in colour, appearance and consistency. It may be watery or jelly-like, and be clear, white, yellowish, pinkish or brown.
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Does Your Poop Look Like This? You Could Have IBSThe importance of stool tests in diagnosis and follow-up of gastrointestinal disorders in children9 Reasons You Might See Mucus In Your StoolCauses of Mucus in DiarrheaThe most common types of anal discharge are:
- Mucus – a jelly-like substance that’s naturally found in the gut; white or yellow mucus may mean there’s an infection, while a pink or red colour may indicate blood
- Faeces (stools) – due to leaking from your bowel
- Anal bleeding
If you have anal discharge, you may notice:
- Staining on your underwear
- Itching
- A feeling of dampness
Discomfort around your bottom
