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Seeing a spot of blood on poop for 2 days?..nothing on tissue and toilet water isnt turning red..can internal/external piles or fissure show like this

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Dr. Kathy Robinson answered

See doctor: It is most likely from hemorrhoids, but it is best to see your doctor to make sure. In the mean time drink plenty of water and eat a high fiber diet to keep stools soft.

Dr Sneid and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/13/2014

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A member asked:

Seeing a spot of blood on poop for 2 days?..nothing on tissue and toilet water isnt turning red..can internal/external piles or fissure show like this

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Kathy Robinson answered

Dr Sneid and another doctor agreed

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