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I have pains in my stomach and blood in the toilet bowl when pooping, i also have low b12 and folate (folic acid) levels and fissure sealants..... what's wrong?

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Exam/GI: I suggest a full physical exam and a GI consultation to include full blood testing.

Answered 6/21/2016

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