I have received 8 rounds of chemo last round being 1 week ago (Hodgkins Lymphoma). I always become constipated after chemo. Ive noticed what appears to be a mucus like substance in my stool. of course it worried bc i am worried that maybe ive contracted intestinal parasites due to my comprised immune system. Im also aware that chemo does change the intestional lining and just dont know if i should be overly worried. Just trying to find my way back to healthy! I will have a PET scan on Mon 2/6.
Constipation or diarrhea is a common side effect of most chemotherapy Chat Doctor.  It is nothing to worry about at all and all you need to do is to take any form of laxative that suits you. SVP Remain 2-3 teaspoon at bedtime is sufficient. Only if you have fever along with should you think in terms of infection.