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I'm 22 years old and have been noticing bright red/pink spots in my stool and on the toilet paper. it occurs occasionally, with no other symptoms.

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Dr. Glenn Messina answered

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Prob hemorrhoids: At 22 unless you have a chronic bowel problem its likely this blood is from the end of the colon like a hemorrhoid or fissure. I would simply see your MD or a gastroenterologist and have a simple exam they would be able to diagnose this easily

Answered 9/29/2015

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A member asked:

I'm 22 years old and have been noticing bright red/pink spots in my stool and on the toilet paper. it occurs occasionally, with no other symptoms.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Glenn Messina answered

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