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Can Recurrent Hemorrhoids Cause Rectal Cancer In The Future?

Off and on each year for a few days, since 2008, I ve noticed bleeding in my rectum and/or in my stools. I recently had hemorrhoids which I stopped by applying anti-hemorroid gel to my rectum, taking stool softeners and metmucil, and eating more and more fiber. The hemorrhoids have stopped since then, but off and on, the rectal bleeding resumes. I still increase my fiber, and take the stool softeners. Even though I am only 25, am I still in danger of rectal cancer?
posted on Thu, 13 Mar 2014
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Thanks for writing in.

Hemorrhids do not lead to rectal cancer. However the symptoms of both conditions are similar and it is important to get investgated completely and then do required investigations.

I guess you have got examined in detail by a surgeon and have been diadnosed as a case of hemorrhoids after complete evaluation. It is good that you have taken measures to include fiber in your diet and taking stool softenters. It is suggested that you drink adequate amounts of water and fluids. Please follow up regularly with your doctor. Please do not worry.
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Can Recurrent Hemorrhoids Cause Rectal Cancer In The Future?

Hi, Thanks for writing in. Hemorrhids do not lead to rectal cancer. However the symptoms of both conditions are similar and it is important to get investgated completely and then do required investigations. I guess you have got examined in detail by a surgeon and have been diadnosed as a case of hemorrhoids after complete evaluation. It is good that you have taken measures to include fiber in your diet and taking stool softenters. It is suggested that you drink adequate amounts of water and fluids. Please follow up regularly with your doctor. Please do not worry.