Rectal discharge
Updated: 2024-10-23
Description
The passage of mucus or other liquid from the anus.
When to seek immediate medical care
See a healthcare professional immediately if:
- Fever.
- Pain.
- A feeling of fullness in the rectum.
- Blood or pus in discharge.
When to make a doctor's appointment
Make an appointment to see a healthcare professional if:
- Rectal discharge happens after bowel surgery, such as a colostomy.