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Could Blood Tissue In Stools Be Due To Internal Haemorrhoids?
Right off the bat, I know that I have an internal hemorrhoid. This has been confirmed by a doctor. Is this the cause for what looks like raw meat in my stool? Also, starting yesterday I changed my diet. I consumed a high quantity of fiber and vegetables. Today my stool is grainy and light colored like sand. I don't see any more red meaty lumps. Should I get a colonoscopy? Is this more than just a hemorrhoid?
Fri, 21 Aug 2015
General & Family Physician, Dr. Ina Zaimi's Response
Hello,
Thank you for your question and welcome to Health Care Magic. I read your query and I understand your concern.
Internal hemorrhoids usually have no symptoms. However, straining when passing a stool may cause them to bleed. Sometimes the blood may accumulate and form a thrombus (clot), which can be painful the area will swell and become inflamed. The raw meat appearance of your stool may be due to the clotting that is previously formed. My impression is that it is just a symptom of hemorrhoids. If the condition is repeated, than you could seek a consult from a proctologist. Meanwhile I would recommend you to eat lots of fibers, as fruits and vegetables, as well as whole grains, in order that your stools will nearly always be soft. If you drink plenty of fluids your stools are more likely to be soft and when you go to the toilet try not to strain or hold your breath, as this creates pressure in the hemorrhoids and cause them to bleed.
Hope I helped with my answer. Feel free to ask again.
Take Care, Dr. Ina Zaimi
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Could Blood Tissue In Stools Be Due To Internal Haemorrhoids?
Hello, Thank you for your question and welcome to Health Care Magic. I read your query and I understand your concern. Internal hemorrhoids usually have no symptoms. However, straining when passing a stool may cause them to bleed. Sometimes the blood may accumulate and form a thrombus (clot), which can be painful the area will swell and become inflamed. The raw meat appearance of your stool may be due to the clotting that is previously formed. My impression is that it is just a symptom of hemorrhoids. If the condition is repeated, than you could seek a consult from a proctologist. Meanwhile I would recommend you to eat lots of fibers, as fruits and vegetables, as well as whole grains, in order that your stools will nearly always be soft. If you drink plenty of fluids your stools are more likely to be soft and when you go to the toilet try not to strain or hold your breath, as this creates pressure in the hemorrhoids and cause them to bleed. Hope I helped with my answer. Feel free to ask again. Take Care, Dr. Ina Zaimi