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What Causes Rectal Bleeding During Periods?

I have an IUD, and during my last two cycles I had bleeding from my rectum during my cycle, it looked exactly like period blood but I am very certain it did not come from my vagina. I ve also have chronic pain and a new injury which has lead to an increase of pain meds, which leads to more acid reflux and constipation. I suspect the current issue is hemorrhoids. Should I see a doc about the issue or treat symptoms at home and monitor things?
Mon, 27 Jun 2016
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Dear Ma'am, Hi & Welcome.
I can understand your concerns.
As per the symptoms given in your query, you seem to be suffering from a condition called Endometriosis.
It's a benign disorder characterized by the presence of endometrial tissue (the tissue that lines the womb) outside the uterine cavity where it becomes attached to reproductive or abdominal organs. The patches of endometrial tissue swell with blood during menstruation as if they were still in the uterus & the bleeding in the rectum often indicates that it has done so in the intestinal tract. Sometimes hemorrhoids can also cause rectal bleeding.
So, it's better to consult a gynecologist for further evaluation and treatment.
Hope this advice will work out.
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What Causes Rectal Bleeding During Periods?

Dear Ma am, Hi & Welcome. I can understand your concerns. As per the symptoms given in your query, you seem to be suffering from a condition called Endometriosis. It s a benign disorder characterized by the presence of endometrial tissue (the tissue that lines the womb) outside the uterine cavity where it becomes attached to reproductive or abdominal organs. The patches of endometrial tissue swell with blood during menstruation as if they were still in the uterus & the bleeding in the rectum often indicates that it has done so in the intestinal tract. Sometimes hemorrhoids can also cause rectal bleeding. So, it s better to consult a gynecologist for further evaluation and treatment. Hope this advice will work out.