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I have been having g bouts with diarrhea which is mucusy and has some red blood in it. i do not have hemmeroids. i am 53 years old.

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Needs evaluation: This needs to be looked in to more thoroughly. See a gastroenterologist for an evaluation. Could be related to many things, most of which aren't dangerous. Hope this helps!

Answered 11/13/2015

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