This topic is about someone who has been living with an ileostomy for four years and is experiencing a change in the frequency of mucus discharge. They still have part of their colon, and typically, they pass mucus 2–3 times early each morning. However, over the past few days, this pattern has changed:

- On the first night, mucus appeared at 11 p.m., which was unusual for them.
- On the second day, mucus appeared roughly every four hours until bedtime.
- On the third day, mucus started appearing every 2–3 hours.

The mucus is clear or slightly blood-tinged, which has been the case for years, but the amount of blood is a bit more than usual. Despite these changes, the person feels well, with no fever or discomfort, and plans to call their doctor the next day. They are reaching out to see if others have experienced something similar.

Here are some pieces of advice and insights shared by others:

1. Many people strongly recommend contacting a doctor immediately, as even slight bleeding should be checked out.
2. One person shared that their doctor mentioned occasional traces of blood can happen because the tissue is delicate when stool is absent. However, they still advise confirming any changes with a healthcare professional for reassurance.
3. The general agreement is not to ignore increased bleeding or changes in frequency; getting a professional assessment is important.