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23. y.o. f... if i observed bright red blood in my stool, do i need to go to a doctor immediately, or can i wait to see if it happens again?

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BRIGHT RED BLOOD: Per rectum is typically caused by an inflammed, irritated hemorrhoid. If you are not having any other symptoms, waiting to see if it reoccurs is reasonable.

Dr Kaplan and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 9/19/2012

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