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I have had anal bleeding an it has stopped now but it was bright red every time i went to poo. what could it have been?

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Could have been: Hemorrhoids or fissures which are usually associated with pain. In any case please follow up with your physician for a full history and physical to rule out any other serious causes.

Dr Alves agreed

Answered 7/21/2013

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