I am passing blood after stool?

Characteristics : Hello. Is that blood like fresh, really red? Or is it more like old brownish blood? Do you have any other abdominal symptoms? In the case it is fresh red blood we could be talking about hemorrhoids, however, because of the risk it is something else i recommend you to go on a check up with your physician to rule out another situation.

Blood in the stool : This can be an emeregncy concern needing you to go to the emergency room. Certainly, if there is a lot of blood or you are lightheaded or dizzy. You need to see a doctor.

See doctor: Any abnormal bleeding warrants an investigation.

Not normal. d/w MD: Passing blood in stool is always abnormal and needs to be discussed with your doctor and needs further evaluation. It may be caused by many factors such as hemorrhoidal bleeding, cracking on anal canal ( anal fissures), infection/inflammation on intestines or stomach, ulcers, rupture of blood vessels, growth, cancer, etc. Discuss further with your doctor.

Agree w Dr. Ho: Possible causes of blood in stool include: fissures, fistulas, hemorrhoids, cancer, ulcers, infections, inflammation, Diverticular disease & Angiodysplasia . Get evaluated if more than a one time occurrence.