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My bf is having a lot of blood in toilet when she has a bowel movement, exapecially diarrhea. what could this be?

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Dr. Jeremy Adler answered

Could be colitis: Some infections can cause bloody diarrhea. Ulcerative colitis and crohn's disease can do this too. He needs to see a doctor for evaluation of his bloody diarrhea.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 1/4/2015

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Bloody stools: There are many causes for bloody diarrhea from an infectious process, inflammatory bowel disease or a cancerous process.It is imperative that you see your physician as soon as possible for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Dr Adler agreed

Answered 8/22/2013

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A member asked:

My bf is having a lot of blood in toilet when she has a bowel movement, exapecially diarrhea. what could this be?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Jeremy Adler answered

Dr Ali agreed

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