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I get blood in poo - had colonoscopy 4 years ago - everything fine so what's going on?

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

Depends: Could be anything from hemorrhoids, fissures, or a GI source. Best to discuss with the doctor who performed your colonoscopy and see if a repeat exam is indicated if no other source of the bleeding is easily identifiable. Things can change in 4 years. Don't ignore this.

Answered 6/10/2014

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A member asked:

I get blood in poo - had colonoscopy 4 years ago - everything fine so what's going on?

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