Dr Vandan H KumarFather of a 7 yr 4 m old boy1 Year agoA. mucus in the stool is very common phenomenon.
it is usually present due to the throat mucus / thick saliva as well as respiratory secretions
which pass on from respiratory tract (parts of nasal cavity , oral cavity and throat) to the gastrointestinal tract by swallowing and then comes out through the anal canal mixed with the stool.
it may be present in less quantityc during regular times and would be in more quantity during allergy as well as cough and cold in the child.
mucus in the stool is also associated with gastrointestinal infections as a less constipation as well as indigestion.
treatment is usually given according to the cause
RashmiMom of a 10 yr 11 m old girl1 Year agoA. But mostly due to an infection in the stomach of the child is most commonly is associated with that further I would recommend you to check with your doctor to have better clarity and if any medication is required they advise you accordingly
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