It can happen for no apparent reason, or it might be the result of dietary changes, infections, or underlying health conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Experiencing stringy poop on ...

IBS mucus in stool is typically clear to white and jelly-like, and may appear in large amounts during an IBS flare. This is relatively normal, and not usually cause for concern.

However, our study shows mucus is actually a part of our stool, meaning we can get at it painlessly and at levels we could not before. Anytime we can do analysis non-invasively, it's a win." ...