Mucus in stool and sore tongue and weight loss

[Andys1]

Hi
Can you help. My mum of 75 has had for many years diverticulitis and had various tests which were ok. The last being 6 mths ago. But over the last few mths she has lost weight and feels tired and goes to the loo with mucus and small pea sized mucus and this can be many times of the day and night. She also has a sore tongue with that's coated . Do you know what this is

[Andys1]

Thanks

[Sanjivani Wanjari, MD]

Hi,
At the age of 75, with weight loss and mucus in stools, your mum needs to see a Doctor. The symptoms can be due to mal-absorption syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis or intestinal infections. Stool examination & endoscopy may be done. Consult your Doctor. Take care & good luck.
The answer is based on information provided. Exact advice is not possible without a proper examination and investigations. You are requested to consult your Doctor. Take care and keep us posted.