New Albany, IN
A 55-year-old female asked:
I have hemmoroids and diverticulitis. and a couple of times i noticed when i went to wipe there was blood on the paper , is this normal .
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in

Dr. John Hannaanswered
Family Medicine 36 years experience
Yes: External hemmorhoids frequently will result in chronic blood when wiping.
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Dr. Mark Hoepfneranswered
Surgery 40 years experience
Rectal bleeding: Is not normal. Yes, it could be coming from your hemorrhoids. Have you had a prior colonoscopy evaluation? See your family doctor for a new evaluation too.
5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Last updated Jul 8, 2013
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