A member asked:

X rayshowed impacted bowel. have had off and on rectal bleeding then sudden diarrhea what could cause this?

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Constipation: Colon impaction from chronic constipation can cause all types of abdominal bloating & discomfort. Straining to have hard bm will cause pain & rectal bleeding. Diarrhea can be an attempt at the body trying to eliminate the excess bowel waste. Drink more liquids, eat more fiber, try MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol) laxative. See a doctor for an exam & discussion of treatment options.

Answered 7/29/2016

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