lots of orange carrots, etc. — it may not be fully absorbed, and you may end up with poop that color. Additionally, especially when Crohn’s disease is active, blood or mucus in stools is common.

Cystic fibrosis can also cause constipation and abdominal pain. The lifelong condition is usually diagnosed during childhood.

it’s not a bad idea to do more research if you see mucus in your stool. Some causes are short-lived and may resolve on their own, like if you have had a bout of diarrhea or constipation.