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I recently developed painful stool, type 2 or 5. it cuts me when passing w/ a little blood. this has never happened before. what would cause it?
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Rectal exam: Your symptoms may be due to hemorrhoids or a rectal fissure. A rectal exam should be done. In the meantime take a stool softener, apply warm compresses to the anal area, and insert a glycerin or anusol suppository or ointment for easier bm and soothing of the discomfort. Keep the anal area clean after using a suppository or ointment.
Answered 3/2/2014
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Straining: If the stool was hard or you were straining to pass it or you sat on the toilet seat for a prolonged time you may 1. Opened a hemorrhoid, 2. Caused a laceration of the bowel wall. Consult with your family physician for a rectal exam soon.
Answered 7/30/2016
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