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I am 7 weeks pregnant and i noticed when i went to the bathroom i am a little constipated and there was red blood on the toilet paper. is this normal?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Hemorrhoids!: You may be developing hemorrhoids. Check with you obstetrician.

Answered 1/29/2013

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