It may be blood-tinged, too. There's some evidence to suggest that mucus in the colon, where stool passes, may help to ...

From digestive conditions to more serious health concerns, discover why medical experts emphasize the importance of not ignoring blood in your stool.

Seek immediate medical attention for severe symptoms, such as blood or mucus in stools, intense pain or cramping, or persistent nausea or vomiting.

Constipation is a concern if bowel movements are hard, infrequent, contain blood or mucus or seem to be causing pain. Diarrhea can be more difficult to detect because a baby's stool is naturally ...