The mucus plug is usually thick, like jelly, and sticky. Vaginal discharge is usually thinner and more slippery than sticky.

Seeing some jelly-like discharge during the final weeks or days of pregnancy is perfectly normal, even if it's tinged with a little blood. You are probably seeing the mucus plug.

A bloody stool is often not a serious problem in young children, but call your pediatrician just to make sure.

Bloody mucus signals that there's a lot going on in your nasal passages, including dryness and irritation, and the tissues have become damaged.

Learn about the the 11 most common causes of blood appearing when you fart, and when to seek medical attention.

An occasional cough is normal, but one that persists for several weeks or brings up discolored mucus may indicate a condition that needs medical attention.