A 18-year-old female asked:
bright red blood in my stool for short time in toilet bowl, appeared thrice- in july 25, 26 and today when i strain during bowel movements. help please?
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Dr. Michael Dugan answered
Specializes in Hematology
Bright red blood: Especially associated with straining suggests hemorrhoidal bleeding. Stool softeners and get it checked out.
Answered on Jul 31, 2017
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