Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with Google
What Causes Rectal Bleeding Post Colonoscopy?
Posted on
Wed, 18 Nov 2015
Medically reviewed by
Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team
Wed, 18 Nov 2015
Answered on
Sat, 5 Dec 2015
Last reviewed on
Question : Hi.
I had a colonoscopy 2days ago. I have abit of discharge from my rectum. Milky red. And I am having trouble urinating. I'm starting to retain water and can't were my wedding ring. Should I be worried?
Thanks XXXXXXX
I had a colonoscopy 2days ago. I have abit of discharge from my rectum. Milky red. And I am having trouble urinating. I'm starting to retain water and can't were my wedding ring. Should I be worried?
Thanks XXXXXXX
Brief Answer:
Considerations
Detailed Answer:
hello and thanks for sending the question.
Your symptoms are somewhat concerning. This is not a typical sequence of events after a colonoscopy. It is possible that your salt balance was disturbed by the preparation for the colonoscopy.
I would monitor your symptoms very closely. If you continue to have discharge and if you continue to have difficulty urinating I think you need to contact your doctor for a physical examination. Your doctor might request some laboratory tests or possibly a urinalysis to do further work up.
this is not necessarily urgent but I would say if the symptoms persist for over 12 to 24 hours it should be investigated. In the meantime make sure you maintain adequate hydration and adequate well-balanced diet.
Thank you again for sending your question. Have a very good day.
Sincerely,
Dr. Galamaga
Considerations
Detailed Answer:
hello and thanks for sending the question.
Your symptoms are somewhat concerning. This is not a typical sequence of events after a colonoscopy. It is possible that your salt balance was disturbed by the preparation for the colonoscopy.
I would monitor your symptoms very closely. If you continue to have discharge and if you continue to have difficulty urinating I think you need to contact your doctor for a physical examination. Your doctor might request some laboratory tests or possibly a urinalysis to do further work up.
this is not necessarily urgent but I would say if the symptoms persist for over 12 to 24 hours it should be investigated. In the meantime make sure you maintain adequate hydration and adequate well-balanced diet.
Thank you again for sending your question. Have a very good day.
Sincerely,
Dr. Galamaga
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Yogesh D
Answered by
Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties
