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Last week i was pooping straight bloodfor around 3 days with painful cramps. always felt like i had to use the bathroom now it has started again.

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Dr. Jeffrey Juchau answered

Bloody Stool: This is a true medical emergency. You need to be evaluated ASAP in the emergency department. Pooping straight blood means you likely have a source of bleeding in your upper gastrointestinal tract.

Dr Feola agreed

Answered 10/20/2015

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A member asked:

Last week i was pooping straight bloodfor around 3 days with painful cramps. always felt like i had to use the bathroom now it has started again.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Juchau answered

Dr Feola agreed

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