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Blood everytime i have bowel movement. could this be colon cancer?
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It depends : If blood in the stool is red, it may be from a hemorrhoid. This needs to be evaluated and treated, but is fairly common. If the blood or stool is darker (black) and has a 'tar-like' appearance, it is more indicative of a bleed in the upper areas of the GI tract. This is more significant and needs more prompt evaluation and treatment. Seek evaluation by a qualified professional asap to differentiat.
Answered 6/10/2014
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? Pain: Red bleeding with pain may be a fissure. Either way get checked. At 48 years old more significant pathology needs to be excluded. March is colon cancer awareness month.
Answered 4/1/2013
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