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Is it a serious condition if i find tiny spots of blood in the feces? it is the very first time i see them. thank you

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Exam: Call for a rectal exam and a stool analysis. Multiple rectal problems are possible and usually blood from the rectum is red and fills the toilet of hemorrhoids can possibly cost your BM

Answered 10/3/2014

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Dr. M. Hytham Beck answered

Specializes in Surgery

Not really: no it is not super serious to have a spot of blood with your stool for your age but if persists and become more often you need to be checked

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/26/2015

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A member asked:

Is it a serious condition if i find tiny spots of blood in the feces? it is the very first time i see them. thank you

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr. M. Hytham Beck answered

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

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