Question 1

what is causing my rectal pain and bleeding? no past hemorrhoid problems.

Accepted Answer

Many things: Anal fissure, abscess or anal fistula, proctitis or inflammation of the rectum, or ano-rectal tumors, benign or malignant as well as hemorrhoids(external usually) can all cause pain and bleeding, to name a few. Get checked by an expert, either colo-rectal or GI doctor to get the corret diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

Question 2

is it normal to still have rectal pain and bleeding after laser coagulation for internal hemorrhoids, i also had two banded two weeks ago. how long does it take to heal?

Accepted Answer

Internal hemorrhoids: Bleeding 2 weeks after a procedure is NOT usual .Call you doctor today, may have an ulcer, abscess.

Question 3

is it possible to have a hemorrhoid without bleeding? i have extreme rectal pain and dr said it is a small hemorrhoid, but i am afraid. please help!

Accepted Answer

Just hemorrhoids ?: Are you sure you have just hemorrhoids? Pain from the rectum that recurs may also indicate anal fissures, proctitis (due to infection, inflammatory bowel disease, radiation therapy, stercoral ulcers, rectal prolapse, trauma, etc.), prctalgia fugax. Depending on your age, risk factors, current medication (aspirin, nsaid's), circumstances, you will want to get evaluated.

Question 4

rectal pain & bleeding during bowel movements for months. dr confirmed its not hemorrhoids but saw skin tag. what could it be? exam isnt for 3 weeks

Accepted Answer

R/o Colitis : Need to try to get you squeezed into a faster Gastroenterology appointment please call your insurance. Any vomiting of blood or dark tarry stools? Any lightheadedness or fatigue at rest or exertion. As a woman you will also lose blood via menstruation so see MD ASAP to make sure you’re not anemic ER if worsening fatigue shortness of breath or fever/chills if bad don’t hesitate to call 911

Question 5

i have rectal pain, little constipation, hemorrhoids. what is main cause?

Accepted Answer

Please see your Dr.: There are a number of possible causes for rectal pain; the only way to determine the diagnosis is to see your doctor.  Your doctor will need to examine the outside of the anus and will likely need to do a rectal exam as well.  If your doctor does not find a cause, seeing a gastroenterologist (gi specialist) would be the next step.

Question 6

can rectal pain be caused by ur bladder, prostate, or urinary issues? i'm being treated for internal hemorrhoids by a colon rectal surgeon.

Accepted Answer

No: Unless there is a fissure developed between the rectum and other organs.

Question 7

i've been having rectal pain and pressure for 4 weeks now and it's not getting any better. this is not hemorrhoids. i suffer from those as well and this is different. can the er do anything for me?

Accepted Answer

: If you wait much longer the situation may become an emergency and you may need to go to the ER, however, relying on that resource is putting yourself at risk. You should seek the advice of a proctologist immediately.

Question 8

constipation, yellow mucus w/ bowel, abdominal pain w/ loud noises & movement, nausea vomiting, weight lose, hemorrhoids in& ex, rectal pain, unable fart?

Accepted Answer

See doc: With the constellation of your complaints, it's time to see a doc. A thorough history and physical exam is needed to determine further work up and treatment.

Question 9

other then hemorrhoids what can cause rectal bleeding?

Accepted Answer

Rectal bleed: Blood from rectum can come from anal fissure, rectal or sigmoid polyp, colitis, diverticular bleed, cancer, infection (rare), trauma (rare)

Question 10

can methylphenidate  cause rectal bleeding or hemorrhoids?

Accepted Answer

No: not a known side effect of the drug

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Is it normal to still have rectal pain and bleeding after laser coagulation for internal hemorrhoids, i also had two banded two weeks ago. how long does it take to heal?

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Is it possible to have a hemorrhoid without bleeding? i have extreme rectal pain and dr said it is a small hemorrhoid, but i am afraid. please help!

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Rectal pain & bleeding during bowel movements for months. dr confirmed its not hemorrhoids but saw skin tag. what could it be? exam isnt for 3 weeks

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I have rectal pain, little constipation, hemorrhoids. what is main cause?

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Can rectal pain be caused by ur bladder, prostate, or urinary issues? i'm being treated for internal hemorrhoids by a colon rectal surgeon.

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I've been having rectal pain and pressure for 4 weeks now and it's not getting any better. this is not hemorrhoids. i suffer from those as well and this is different. can the er do anything for me?

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Constipation, yellow mucus w/ bowel, abdominal pain w/ loud noises & movement, nausea vomiting, weight lose, hemorrhoids in& ex, rectal pain, unable fart?

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Other then hemorrhoids what can cause rectal bleeding?

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Can methylphenidate cause rectal bleeding or hemorrhoids?

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