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What Do Presence Of Blood In Stool Indicate?
Question: Every time I wipe my butt there are little spots of blood. There's also an intense itch. The only thing that stops the itch is baby wipes, or wet cloth. Vaseline too. This has been going on for about 3-4 weeks. What should I do?
Brief Answer:
It could be due to Fissure or Piles.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
If bleeding per rectum is associated with pain ,it is Fissure in ano. If there is no pain,haemorrhoids is a possibility.
It can be confirmed by Digital examination along with Sigmoidoscopy/Colonoscopy.
You should take high fiber diet,eat fresh fruits , green leafy vegetables , drink plenty of liquids.
Your stool should be soft.
Please do not apply anything without doctor's advice.
Please consult your doctor, get examined clinically and proceed accordingly.
Nothing to worry.
Hope I answered your query.If you have any questions, I will clarify further.
Wish you good health.
Regards
It could be due to Fissure or Piles.
Detailed Answer:
Hi
If bleeding per rectum is associated with pain ,it is Fissure in ano. If there is no pain,haemorrhoids is a possibility.
It can be confirmed by Digital examination along with Sigmoidoscopy/Colonoscopy.
You should take high fiber diet,eat fresh fruits , green leafy vegetables , drink plenty of liquids.
Your stool should be soft.
Please do not apply anything without doctor's advice.
Please consult your doctor, get examined clinically and proceed accordingly.
Nothing to worry.
Hope I answered your query.If you have any questions, I will clarify further.
Wish you good health.
Regards
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