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A member asked:
I have ulcerative colitis and can't stop the bleeding?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Rectal bleeding: You should be under the care of a gastroenterologist. There are a number of medications which may be used including medicated suppositories, medicated enemas, oral medications, injectable medications etc. Ongoing bleeding with treatment is not the norm.Therefore seek evaluation to determine why you are having prolonged bleeding. One (or additional(measures listed above may be needed.
Answered 4/27/2012
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Seek help: Medical therapy first. If refractory, surgery may be indicated.
Answered 6/18/2019
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