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What To Do When There Is Blood In Stool?

I just found blood in the toliet when I went to the bathroom. I have had this before and it has gone away the next time I went to the bathroom, however this has lasted for about a day. How long should I wait before I make an appointment with my doctor?
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hello dear

Warm welcome to Healthcaremagic.com
I have evaluated your query thoroughly .

* There are various reasons for blood in stool which may be fissure ,
hemorrhoid or else internal issue .

* Consulting a doctor when it happens , help to get the proper diagnosis
and further management guidelines to cure it permanently .

* Suggestions till you consult your doctor

- Avoid hard stools by managing diet with high fiber content and plenty of
liquids .
- Sitz bath ( sitting in tub filled with lukewarm water 3 times a day 10
minutes each session )
- Avoid all oily , spicy , non veg , hot beverages .

- No smoking , alcohol .

Hope this will help you for sure .
Welcome for any further questions .

Regards dear .
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What To Do When There Is Blood In Stool?

Hello dear Warm welcome to Healthcaremagic.com I have evaluated your query thoroughly . * There are various reasons for blood in stool which may be fissure , hemorrhoid or else internal issue . * Consulting a doctor when it happens , help to get the proper diagnosis and further management guidelines to cure it permanently . * Suggestions till you consult your doctor - Avoid hard stools by managing diet with high fiber content and plenty of liquids . - Sitz bath ( sitting in tub filled with lukewarm water 3 times a day 10 minutes each session ) - Avoid all oily , spicy , non veg , hot beverages . - No smoking , alcohol . Hope this will help you for sure . Welcome for any further questions . Regards dear .