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What causes blood in stool? (bowl movement)(
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Blood in stool: Blood in the stool is from bleeding in the lower gastrointestinal tract. This could be from many things such as hemorrhoids, diverticulitis, colon polyps, colon cancer, etc. You should see a GI specialist for further evaluation.
Answered 1/11/2020
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Blood in stool?: Many things i, e colon cancer , polyps, hemorrhoid . If u have not done a recent colonoscopy , my advise " do colonoscopy". Good luck.
Answered 12/30/2018
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Many things: Many causes. Most common are hemorrhoids, but also colon polyps. You should talk with your doctor to determine if further tests are needed.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Lots of things: Many conditions can cause rectal bleeding. Often is caused by hemorrhoids but polyps and cancer can do so too. At 57, you should have already had at least one screening colonoscopy. Either way, let your doc know. Regards.
Answered 1/11/2020
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