Normally, a small amount of mucus is always present in the human intestine and is excreted with calves. It consists of cells of the epithelium of the intestinal tract, swallowed secretions of the nasal cavity and nasopharynx, leukocytes. As a rule, in this case, mucus is hard to notice with the naked eye, without special studies.
The appearance in the feces of white or whitish-yellow lumps of mucus, sometimes with bloody veins or other impurities, especially accompanied by diarrhea, indicates a bad situation. A large amount of mucus is produced by cells of the intestinal mucosa with various inflammatory processes, as a result of which there is no complete digestion and absorption of substances entering the digestive system.
If an adult has a symptom such as yellow or green diarrhea with mucus, it is recommended to consult a specialist as soon as possible. Otherwise, as a result of disruption of the processes of digestion and absorption, dehydration of the body quickly develops, and in the future - deficiency of vitamins, minerals and nutrients. Only after finding out the reasons for the appearance of diarrhea with mucus, appropriate treatment can be prescribed.
The causes of diarrhea with mucus in an adult
Let's consider the most probable reasons provoking the given sign.
Intestinal infections
Diseases that cause inflammation of various parts of the intestine:
- duodenitis;
- enteritis;
- colitis.
Pathogens can be salmonella, dysentery sticks, intestinal rods, enteroviruses, rotaviruses , etc. Other signs of the disease may include:
- stomach ache;
- nausea;
- vomiting;
- general weakness;
- elevated body temperature.
Dysbacteriosis
Disruption of the normal balance of the intestinal microflora is one of the common causes. This may be a consequence of prolonged antibiotic therapy, hormonal therapy, malnutrition, bad habits and other factors. In addition to mucus, in this case, undigested food remains in the stool. Patients may also be concerned about:
- general weakness;
- fatigue;
- skin rashes;
- headache.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Disease, the exact causes of which are not clear. Patients with this diagnosis are observed:
- abnormal intestinal motility;
- disorders of secretion in the intestinal tract, manifested by bloating, painful sensations;
- the appearance of mucus in the stool, etc.
Crohn's disease
This is a chronic inflammation of various parts of the gastrointestinal tract, caused by genetic, immunological or infectious factors. Pathology is accompanied by:
- frequent acute pain in the abdomen;
- diarrhea with mucus;
- nausea;
- vomiting;
- losing weight.
Oncological diseases
In the case of a tumor in the intestine, in addition to the symptom in question, patients can note:
- constant weakness;
- severe weight loss;
- the appearance of blood in the feces.