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A member asked:
Hi what all can cause blood in stool apart from fissures more so if its a male 54 years.thanks?
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Several things: It can be related to hemorrhoids, irritation of the lining of the colon due to hard stools, inflammation of the intestinal tract from infectious or autoimmune problems, abnormalities of the blood vessels of the intestinal tract, polyps and also cancer. Please make sure never to ignore blood in your stool.
Answered 10/3/2014
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Cancer: Have you had a colonoscopy? Although bright red blood is less likely to be cancer, you are in the age group where you should at least have had routine screening. See your clinician and get scheduled for colonoscopy. Hope that helps.
Answered 3/14/2015
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