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What Causes Blood In Stool?

I just found blood in my stools and there was blood when I wiped. I m 51 and I ve never had a colonoscopy done. Should I call my Dr. to schedule one? This has me worried. I ve felt very bloated all day long. I feel better now that I ve had a bowel movement. Any suggestions would be helpful. I m trying not to panic. Thanks.
Fri, 30 Dec 2016
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Hi...

Welcome to healthcare magic.

According to your complain you have problem of blood in stool and abdominal discomfort that may be because of intestinal condition.

Intestinal condition like ulcerative colitis or diverticular disease also cause blood in stool.
Proper physical examination and investigation give exact idea.

Hemorroid or anal fissure problems also cause blood in stool.

Consult a gastroenterologist for further diagnosis.
Colonoscopy can done for further diagnosis.

I hope my guidance helpful to you..
Take care.

Thank you.
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What Causes Blood In Stool?

Hi... Welcome to healthcare magic. According to your complain you have problem of blood in stool and abdominal discomfort that may be because of intestinal condition. Intestinal condition like ulcerative colitis or diverticular disease also cause blood in stool. Proper physical examination and investigation give exact idea. Hemorroid or anal fissure problems also cause blood in stool. Consult a gastroenterologist for further diagnosis. Colonoscopy can done for further diagnosis. I hope my guidance helpful to you.. Take care. Thank you.