A 58-year-old female asked:
rectal bleeding due to radiation proctitis from brachytherapy 2 1/2 years ago. rectal bleeding getting scary worse. what's happening?
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Dr. Creighton Wright answered
56 years experience General Surgery
Abnormal: Needs attention, by oncology and colorectal.
Several kinds of issues can occur, but full history and appropriate exams are needed.
Answered on Jul 19, 2020
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