Question 1

I am a 22 year old female, i had about two tbsp of bright red blood in stool w/ blood clots. cancerous colon polyps in family history.?

Accepted Answer

This is likely hemorrhoids or perhaps an anal fissure. Certainly polyps or tumors are also possible but much  less likely in such a young person. All rectal bleeding should be discussed with your doctor.  At a minimum a rectal exam should be performed. A  sigmoidoscopy would also be reasonable.

Question 2

Should i see a doctor if i have blood clots with bowl movements for 3 days colon cancer is my cancer since if in the family history

Accepted Answer

Hello. I can't diagnose the source of your blood clots. Although this could be from something as simple as hemmrhoids, that can't be assumed. Yes, you should be medically evaluated to determine the source of bleeding.

Question 3

22 yr old female, 125lb 5ft. after a bowel movement, i noticed blood after wiping, and a small blood clot. this is the first time this has happened. colon cancer runs in my family , should i be worried?

Accepted Answer

Any abnormal bleeding should be evaluated by a doctor. It is unlikely to be colon cancer. More than likely it is a hemorrhoid. Colonoscopy is recommended at 10 years earlier than the youngest age at which a family member developed colon cancer. It would be prudent to see your doctor.
Wish you good health!

Question 4

Husband seeing bright red blood and some clots after colon polyp removal today. he takes plavix (clopidogrel) every day, but stopped taking it 4 days ago. ?

Accepted Answer

You need to call his endoscopist immediately  or if unable to reach go to the nearest hospital ER ASAP!! He should not have restarted the Plavix (clopidogrel) yet. You must talk to the doctor who performed the procedure today!!!!

Question 5

What does blood clots mean?

Accepted Answer

Blood clots can form in a number of different scenarios- when blood vessels break from direct trauma clotted blood is what you see as a.

Question 6

How can blood clots dissolve?

Accepted Answer

Blood clots in general are removed naturally from the body. The body has a system of clotting as well as a system to prevent too much clotting. Whenever a clot is formed in the body over time the body will naturally reabsorb it. Sometimes doctors give medication to prevent the blood from being able to clot easily.

Question 7

Blood clot in both shoulders?

Accepted Answer

How do you know that you have blood clots in the shoulders? Blood clots in shoulders is not a recognized medical entity. It may help if you describe the symptoms.

Question 8

Are blood clots normal on a pill?

Accepted Answer

I assume that you mean to ask if it is normal to develop blood clots when taking oral contraceptive pills (ocp).

The risk of developing blood clots (deep vein thrombosis, coronary artery thrombosis) is slightly increased in persosn taking ocp, however, this is not normal. The risks are particularly increased in patients with acquired or genetic clotting tendencies.

Question 9

What can be done for blood clots?

Accepted Answer

Blood clots are dangerous and a physician should be seen immediately.  If the clot is in the leg a doppler test can confirm it and a physician will prescribe meds to thin the blood and help prevent it from going to the lungs.  Initially you should not be active because you do not want to dislodge it and cause it to travel in your bloodstream.  Blood thinners will  be taken for at least 3 months.

Question 10

What does a blood clot feel like?

Accepted Answer

A blood clot in the deep veins can feel like a tender, warm, 'cord-like' structure with an appearance of swelling and redness in the area.

Blood clot in colon

I am a 22 year old female, i had about two tbsp of bright red blood in stool w/ blood clots. cancerous colon polyps in family history.?

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Should i see a doctor if i have blood clots with bowl movements for 3 days colon cancer is my cancer since if in the family history

22 yr old female, 125lb 5ft. after a bowel movement, i noticed blood after wiping, and a small blood clot. this is the first time this has happened. colon cancer runs in my family , should i be worried?

Husband seeing bright red blood and some clots after colon polyp removal today. he takes plavix (clopidogrel) every day, but stopped taking it 4 days ago. ?

What does blood clots mean?

How can blood clots dissolve?

Blood clot in both shoulders?

Are blood clots normal on a pill?

What can be done for blood clots?

What does a blood clot feel like?

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