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Im scared to go poop because when i poop i always bleed i dont think thats normal, why is this happening to me?

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Agreed: You should see your PCP for evaluation. Bleeding with bowel movements is not normal but can occur with something as benign as a hemorrhoid or as serious as colorectal cancer. You should see your PCP or a GI doctor for evaluation, especially if this has been occurring for awhile.

Dr Saghafi agreed

Answered 12/29/2014

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