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What Causes Blood In Stools?
Question: G/morning,
I noticed what appeared to be a two toned stool movement this morning mixed with what appeared to be streaks of blood (?) My stool was normal color otherwise except it was two toned (normal brown and a couple of darker brown parts (definitely NOT black or tarry)
My second bowel movement about 10 minutes later yielded the normal brown color and not two toned and with no signs of blood! Is this normal or should I be concerned? I ate nothing out of the ordinary and am not taking any meds of any sort!
Thanks
I noticed what appeared to be a two toned stool movement this morning mixed with what appeared to be streaks of blood (?) My stool was normal color otherwise except it was two toned (normal brown and a couple of darker brown parts (definitely NOT black or tarry)
My second bowel movement about 10 minutes later yielded the normal brown color and not two toned and with no signs of blood! Is this normal or should I be concerned? I ate nothing out of the ordinary and am not taking any meds of any sort!
Thanks
Brief Answer:
Need not be concerned , Just wait and observe .
Detailed Answer:
HI
Thanks for posting your query .
Well definitely I feel there is nothing to be worried as such .
Dual colored stool can be formed due to improper digestion of food . Streaks of blood indicate minor injury near your anal region ( probably due to previous constipation )
If you are constipated I advise you to use some Laxatives like Lactulose after consulting your doctor.
But if in case the streaks of blood keeps appearing or if your stool is black then you need to consult your doctor for a per rectal examination and stool for occult blood test .
Hope you find my answer helpful .
Any doubts or queries feel free to ask .
Happy to help you .
Regards.
Need not be concerned , Just wait and observe .
Detailed Answer:
HI
Thanks for posting your query .
Well definitely I feel there is nothing to be worried as such .
Dual colored stool can be formed due to improper digestion of food . Streaks of blood indicate minor injury near your anal region ( probably due to previous constipation )
If you are constipated I advise you to use some Laxatives like Lactulose after consulting your doctor.
But if in case the streaks of blood keeps appearing or if your stool is black then you need to consult your doctor for a per rectal examination and stool for occult blood test .
Hope you find my answer helpful .
Any doubts or queries feel free to ask .
Happy to help you .
Regards.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
Hi Dr.
Thanks for the prompt reply.
No no prior constipation as I am very regular.
The The absence of any blood during my second bowel movement is I assume a good sign?
The 2nd. BM was about 10 minutes or so after the first. There was also no blood on the toilet paper.
Thanks for the prompt reply.
No no prior constipation as I am very regular.
The The absence of any blood during my second bowel movement is I assume a good sign?
The 2nd. BM was about 10 minutes or so after the first. There was also no blood on the toilet paper.
Brief Answer:
Indeed a good sign .
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Yes The absence of any blood during your second bowel movement is indeed a good sign.
Just observe your motions for few more days and if no further blood or black colored stool then no need to do anything . Just Relax :)
Indeed a good sign .
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Yes The absence of any blood during your second bowel movement is indeed a good sign.
Just observe your motions for few more days and if no further blood or black colored stool then no need to do anything . Just Relax :)
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Vinay Bhardwaj
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