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Every time i strain to poop i have blood on paper and on stool no pain if i take fiber theres no blood but if i dont there is could it be cancer? im in my early 30s was checked at dr but nothing done just said take fiber?
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Bright red blood originates from near the outlet.Dark red to purple blood originates from further up. Black stools could be from as high as the stomach.The most common reason for bloody stools as a tear in the outlet from hard or lumpy stools.These reopen easily & can take a while to heal.I would not assume a rare cause is present (cancer) but your doc can sort it out, sometimes with a simple exam
Answered 7/1/2022
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Agree with Dr. Ferguson. To prevent hard stool - 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 7/2/2022
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