Bloody stool: Blood in stool can be due to multiple reasons. Most are temporary. Bright red blood could be due to hemorrhoids, hard stools, fissures etc. Dark stoold are due to bleeding in the stomach where the acid turns it darker and can be a sign of an ulcer. Watch for any associated pain, cramps or other symptoms. If it is a one time thing, nothing to worry about. See if it happens again and with which symp
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Bloody stool: Blood in bowel movement is abnormal and must be evaluated. It could be due to hemorrhoids,inflammation of the colon, infection of the intestines,polyps or other growths, or diverticulosis. I recommend that you discuss this with her physician who will order the appropriate tests after evaluating her.
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Needs checked: I agree she should be checked. Could be hemorrhoid or irritation, but no way to tell without at least examining her. Good luck!
Answered 4/24/2015
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