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I am experiencing a patch of blood on toilet tissue after bowel movement. no other symptoms. 22 yo female. hypochondriac. is this cancer ?

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Dr. Enrique Molina answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

More info needed: this is most commonly related to a hemorrhoids, however a full exam is recommended, and possibly a colonoscopy or sigmoidoscopy. Seek medical attention

Answered 4/18/2017

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