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After bm there is yellowish/brownish color in water. in nov it seemed to be red. had colonoscopy - all clear. still having this color issue in toilet?

Q: after bm there is yellowish/brownish color in water. in nov it seemed to be red. had colonoscopy - all clear. still having this color issue in toilet?

: Depending on hydration of the stool, it will decompose quickly in water, allowing coloration. If colonoscopy was normal, it is reassuring , and the "red color" may be occasional breaking of blood vessels from a fissure or hemorrhoid.

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Depending on hydration of the stool, it will decompose quickly in water, allowing coloration. If colonoscopy was normal, it is reassuring , and the "red color" may be occasional breaking of blood vessels from a fissure or hemorrhoid.

Answered 5/4/2021

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After bm there is yellowish/brownish color in water. in nov it seemed to be red. had colonoscopy - all clear. still having this color issue in toilet?

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