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Bright red blood in stool. not on toilet paper. no other symptoms and haven't ate anything red recently. 16 yo female. cause for concern?

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Dr. Paul Velt answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Yes: Bright red blood per rectum is always a cause for concern. There are many causes but but the underlying cause needs to be found and soon

Answered 7/18/2020

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Dr. Sharonda Alston Taylor answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Bloody stools: Blood in stool is always problematic. While it is often an anal fissure, hemorrhoid or polyp in the intestines, you need to see a physician to determine what is causing intestinal bleeding. It can also be a sign of cancer or inflammatory bowel disease. You need an urgent physical exam by a physician to find the source of the bleeding.

Answered 1/10/2018

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