If you've spotted mucus in your little one's diaper, here's what it might mean – and when to check in with a doctor.

Medically reviewed by Jay N. Yepuri, MD A small amount of mucus in your stool is normal, as mucus helps move food and waste through the intestines and protects against harmful bacteria. However ...

The presence of Candida in stool does not always signal an overgrowth. Signs of Candida in stool include white or brown mucus, froth, or foam. Treatment options include antifungal medications.

Currant jelly stool is composed of stool with blood and mucus. In young children, it is often a sign of intussusception. Learn more about other causes and signs.

You may see some blood in your stool when you are having a flare-up of your UC. But too much is a warning sign. Learn treatment options, and when to call your doctor.