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Trace of blood on toilet paper hemorrhoids or cancer?

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Have it evaluated.: Blood in the stool is not diagnostic of any one disorder. However, it needs to be evaluated. See a gastroenterologist.

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 3/26/2023

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Could be either.: Very good idea to get evaluated by your primary doctor. If needed, he/she may refer you to a specialist.

Dr Duvivier and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 11/9/2015

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