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A member asked:
Can constipation from diet when severe cause minor bleeding 8 timesin 6 months period or is it colon cancer ?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
More needed: They both can cause bleeding, constipation by itself much more common than colon cancer. See your doc for an exam and further tests as needed in order to clarify.
Answered 8/21/2020
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Cancer unlikely: Hard stools can cause bleeding. You may take a fiber laxative like Metamucil and drink enough water daily so that your urine is colorless. For the long term you may try to increase your intake of fiber foods. Consult this site for fiber foods. http://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/high-fiber-foods/art-20050948 Wish you good health!
Answered 8/22/2020
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