A member asked:

Very often i have bloody diarrhea with blood clots. i was diagnosed with ibs. is this normal or maybe, there's something else?

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Dr. Eric Kaplan answered

Specializes in Colon and Rectal Surgery

IBS: Does not cause bloody diarrhea with clots. You need to see a ghi doctor or colorectal surgeon promptly for a colonoscopy and work up. Do not delay. Ibs is not the correct diagnosis.

Answered 3/16/2013

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Dr. David Fertel answered

Specializes in Vascular Surgery

There could be: You need a colonoscopy if you have not had a recent one.

Answered 3/26/2013

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IBD?: You could have a different condition, inflammatory bowel disease. 2 particular conditions, crohns or ulcerative colitis can cause bloody diarrhea. You should definitely see a gastroenterologist for further testing.

Answered 10/6/2013

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