What Causes Bleeding From Rectum?

Posted on Tue, 11 Aug 2015

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Tue, 11 Aug 2015 Answered on

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Question : Hello
I am experiencing bleeding from my rectum and am nervous as to what if may be.
Looking for opinions.

Thanks

Answered by Dr. Prashant (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Bleedong per rectum may be a hemorhoids or some other cause

Detailed Answer:
HI,
So I just wanted to know few more things like since how long you are suffering ,is it increased after constipation and wheather bleeding PR is associated with pain abdomen ,fever ,mucus or loose stools
Kindly reply to my above questions so that I can help you better
thank you

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Neel Kudchadkar

Follow up: Dr. Prashant (33 minutes later)

It has only happened twice before, the first time was a month ago and the second time was today. It has happened both times when I have used the bathroom and it is enough for me to notice and the blood is bright in color. I have not felt bloated or constipated prior to it happening, no pain. There may be a little bit of mucus released with it today but not the first time.

Answered by Dr. Prashant (17 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
its better you get few blood test and a colonoscopy

Detailed Answer:
If you dont have pain or its not associated with constipation ,the problem is somewere above the rectum ,so its always better to get a colonoscopy and few blood tests like complete blood count,ESR ,CRP .
This will help us to know or establish the cause for your symptoms.
Till then avoid spicy food , use high fibre diet .
Hope this information help you
thank you

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Neel Kudchadkar