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What is the cause of bright red rectal bleeding that is ongoing off and on for over 5 years?
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Rectal bleeding: Ongoing rectal bleeding may be due to bleeding hemorrhoids.
Answered 9/7/2013
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See a doctor: Bleeding could be from hemorrhoid condition or from another internal colon growth or problem. Best is to see a doctor for an exam to identify & treat the problem.
Answered 9/9/2013
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