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What Causes Blood In Stool And Constipation?

Just a little over a year I have had almost complete blockage in the colon discovered by symptoms (blood in stool, feeling of bowls not evacuated accompanied with frequent bowel movements) a colon resection, chemo therapy, a 2nd colonoscopy, a 2nd colon resection and third colonoscopy showing a clear colon. During the most recent healing process my bowel movements have been anything but normal. As instructed I ve been eating more fiber and even taking a daily supplement. However, I ve noticed frequent urges for a bowel movement with little to no movement during these visits. I ve also noticed reddish to pink mucus like substance in my stool. At times this is all that passes that visit. The sight is very troubling given what I ve been through although it is not quite the same as before. There s no abdominal pain yet the problem persists. Any idea on what this might be as I m dreading the worst?
Tue, 20 Dec 2016
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Hi,
Thanks for your question. I do understand your pain and discomfort. I have seen many cases with similar complaints. Please find my advice below-:
1)Do a Full blood count with differential
2)Do a full electrolyte analysis and liver function tests
3)Do ESR and CRP
4)Stool exam routine as well as occult blood
5)Do serologic tests- anti-S cerevisiae antibodies & perinuclear antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibody
6)Do a full abdominal ultrasound exam
It is all for Crohn's disease ---
I hope I was able to address your query. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to write to me.
Wishing you all the best.
Thanks,
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What Causes Blood In Stool And Constipation?

Hi, Thanks for your question. I do understand your pain and discomfort. I have seen many cases with similar complaints. Please find my advice below-: 1)Do a Full blood count with differential 2)Do a full electrolyte analysis and liver function tests 3)Do ESR and CRP 4)Stool exam routine as well as occult blood 5)Do serologic tests- anti-S cerevisiae antibodies & perinuclear antineutrophil cytoplasmic antibody 6)Do a full abdominal ultrasound exam It is all for Crohn s disease --- I hope I was able to address your query. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to write to me. Wishing you all the best. Thanks,