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I recently found blood on my toilet paper when wiping the anus. what does this mean?
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See your doctor...: Blood in the stool or rectal bleeding can be a sign of a potentially serious problem. Hemorrhoids are a common cause of these symptoms but get yourself examined to find the exact cause and treated. Don't delay in seeing your doctor.
Answered 1/2/2016
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