constant clear and sometimes yellowish mucus form the rectum

im suffering from having a clear and sometimes yellowish mucus from my rectum it worries me because it flows out sometimes without warning when it has happen i was lucky enough to be home however there are times ive been out and felt very uncomfortable im out of state right now and plan to see my doc once im home is this something i shouldnt wait on its not the first time this has happened

[gymdandee]

Stool normally contains a small amount of mucus, but passing stools with visible amounts of mucus can be from a variety of causes. Mucus in the stool is a common symptom of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and ulcerative colitis, and is seen to a lesser degree in Crohn's disease. A bacterial infection, anal fissure, or a bowel obstruction may also cause the passage of mucus. A bowel obstruction is associated with constipation, severe cramps, abdominal distention, and vomiting as well as the passage of mucus. A bowel obstruction can be from a variety of causes and is typically treated in the hospital, with surgery being necessary in some cases.
The passage of mucus in the stool in the setting of IBS or ulcerative colitis is not necessarily a cause for alarm, but should be mentioned to a physician. Mucus without an underlying cause, such as a pre-existing condition, should be reported to a physician immediately.