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Should i go to the hospital if i'm bleeding from my anus?

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Dr. Herman Hammerstead answered

Specializes in Trauma Surgery

Yes: This is never a good sign and needs immediated medical attension

Dr Singh and another doctor agreed

Answered 6/12/2015

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