Question 1

on and off rectal bleeding after bowel movement for the last 10 years. should have seen a doctor?

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Yes you should: You must see your doctor , any bleeding per rectum  has to be considered as malignant till proven other wise by tests, even if it looks like hemorrhoids,  march is colorectal cancer prevention month and you must see your doctor.

Question 2

on and off rectal bleeding after bowel movements for the last 5 years. what type of doctor do i see?

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Pediatrician first: First the pediatrician after examination and evaluation will refer to right specialist if needed.

Question 3

why have i had on and off rectal bleeding after bowel movement for the last 10 years?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: Get an examination. Maybe hemorrhoids, but need evaluation for other things such as colon polyps or colon cancer.

Question 4

i've had rectal bleeding for over a year now. the bleeding is frequent, usually every day when i have a bowel movement. after a colonoscopy last summe?

Accepted Answer

Bleeding not normal: Recital bleeding is abnormal. Especially for over one year. Go see your doctor who did the colonoscopy.

Question 5

i had rectal bleeding on the toilet paper after a large painful bowel movement that lasted for four days everytime i had a bowel movement. is this from hemorrhoids?

Accepted Answer

: Not necessarily. Hemorrhoids are just the kind of dilated veins you get on your legs after childbirth, here they form inside your rectum. People get them but this is not the only cause of rectal blood. Large/dry/bulky or rapidly expelled poop can cause a crack in the ring on the anus that leaks bright red blood on the outside of poop. Work on softening your stools &amp; this may stop as a problem.

Question 6

the past 2 days ive experienced some anal bleeding with hard bowel movements. i am thinking this is from a hemorrhoid, as i have also experienced some minor itching or discomfort in that area. is this something i should see a doctor for?

Accepted Answer

Exam!: You should be examined at a medical clinic as soon as possible.  Most causes of rectal bleeding are not serious but colorectal cancer is possible. Other possible causes include hemorrhoids (most common cause), anal fissure, ulcers, polyps, inflammatory bowel disease, anal abscess or fistula &amp; diverticulosis/diverticulitis.

Question 7

rectal bleeding after bowel movement. what could this indicate?

Accepted Answer

Multiple causes: Anorectal disease, such as hemorrhoids, fistula, or fissure, and , of course, benign or malignant growths. You could also have bleeding from a small bowel abnormality called meckel's diverticulum. Other causes include diverticular disease or inflammatory bowel disease. If the blood is dark and not red, it could come from the upper GI tract, such as the stomach.Please seek an evaluation. Good luck.

Question 8

since i gave birth, i often have rectal bleeding when making a bowel movement?

Accepted Answer

Hemorrhoids: It may be hemorrhoids.  Many women have this due to pregnancy and pushing during labor.  Hemorrhoids can happen with constipation.  It's very common.  Make sure you are drinking plenty of water and eating lots of fiber.  If there is discomfort, profuse bleeding, concerns or other questions, you should consult your doctor for a closer look.

Question 9

ever since i gave birth, i often have rectal bleeding when making a bowel movement. how do i treat this?

Accepted Answer

Constipation: This is a common complaint.  Typically, it is related to dehydration with breast feeding, narcotic pain medications and inadequate soluble fiber. Drink extra water and get 30 grams per day of fiber. Consider stool softener if on pain meds.
If persists, may have an anal fissure.

Question 10

over time does struggling to have a bowel movement cause rectal bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Probably: Very often straining during bowel movements can lead to flaring up of hemorrhoids or even small tears called fissures, both of which can bleed. But rectal bleeding should always be checked out thoroughly for other more serious possibilities.

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