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What do you suggest if i am 18 yrs old with severe rectal bleeding?

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Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

See your doctor.: You should see your doctor or be seen in an emergency room as soon as possible. There are several possible causes, which cannot be determined without being seen.

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Answered 7/18/2014

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A member asked:

What do you suggest if i am 18 yrs old with severe rectal bleeding?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Deborah Ungerleider answered

Dr Munshower and 3 doctors agreed

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