Understanding Mucus in Stool and Black Spots: When to Seek Help
Mucus in stool, stool with black specks? Hello Doctor: A month ago, I visited a physician due to initial constipation followed by fresh blood in my stool. After performing a rectal examination, the doctor diagnosed me with hemorrhoids and prescribed suppositories, and I also unde...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
There is no need to worry about the reported condition; you can return for a follow-up appointment as instructed (or on your own) and discuss it with your physician.[Read More] Understanding Mucus in Stool and Black Spots: When to Seek Help
Understanding Bowel Issues: Is Your Diet Causing Irregularities?
Bowel issues Hello, my bowel movements usually occur after breakfast. For the past year, my stools have not been formed; they are often in small pieces and sometimes in a mushy consistency. I would like to know if this is related to my breakfast, which mostly consists of porridge...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello, having stool that is not formed into a shape does not necessarily indicate a problem. Increasing fiber intake and ensuring adequate hydration can help in achieving more formed stools and smoother bowel movements. If there is blood when wiping after a bowel movement, along ...[Read More] Understanding Bowel Issues: Is Your Diet Causing Irregularities?
Understanding Rectal Foreign Sensation: When to Consider a Colonoscopy
Feeling of a foreign body in the anus? Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been feeling a sensation of a foreign body in my anus. There is no bleeding or constipation, but I sometimes experience cramping pain in my lower abdomen, which resolves after using the restroom. I have never e...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It may be irritable bowel syndrome; a fecal occult blood test can be performed to rule out serious intestinal diseases, and a light diet should be adjusted for observation.[Read More] Understanding Rectal Foreign Sensation: When to Consider a Colonoscopy
Understanding Dark Red Blood in Stool: Is It a Sign of Colon Cancer?
Bowel issues I have been noticing dark red blood and bloody mucus in my stool for the past five days when I go to the bathroom. Interestingly, I do not feel any discomfort in my body, and there is no pain or itching around my anus. I would like to ask the doctor if this situation...
Dr. Yang Zhichao Reply:
Hello Mr. Huang, the presence of dark red blood and bloody mucus in your stool suggests a potential gastrointestinal issue. It is advisable to seek evaluation from a gastroenterologist as soon as possible, as gastrointestinal bleeding should be considered. Thank you for your inqu...[Read More] Understanding Dark Red Blood in Stool: Is It a Sign of Colon Cancer?
Concerns About Belly Button Bumps and Loose Stools: What to Know
There are small bumps in the navel and loose stools resembling diarrhea? Hello, doctor. I apologize for the disturbance. Last week, after cleaning my navel (which I really dislike doing, so I rarely clean it), I noticed two small dark skin-colored bumps at the lower edge of my na...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It is likely just irritable bowel syndrome, which is unrelated to the navel. If you are concerned, you can check for occult blood in the stool.[Read More] Concerns About Belly Button Bumps and Loose Stools: What to Know
Understanding Changes in Stool Shape: Should You Worry About Cancer?
Stool shape Hello doctor, in the past month, I have noticed that my stools are smaller and shorter, and I feel like I am not completely emptying my bowels. Sometimes I also experience itching around the anus. Could this be a symptom of cancer?
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: It is recommended to consume more fruits and vegetables to increase dietary fiber intake. If there is no improvement, you may consider visiting a gastroenterologist for further examination. Changhua Hospital cares about your health. Dr. Tsai An-shun.[Read More] Understanding Changes in Stool Shape: Should You Worry About Cancer?
Blood on Toilet Paper: Understanding Hemorrhoids and Symptoms
Blood on toilet paper with a burning sensation? Hello, doctor. For the past two weeks, I've been using toilet paper after having a bowel movement, and I've noticed blood and blood-tinged fluid about the size of a five-dollar coin on the toilet paper. There is a burning ...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Please return to the outpatient clinic to discuss with the physician, and also pay attention to post-defecation cleaning and drying.[Read More] Blood on Toilet Paper: Understanding Hemorrhoids and Symptoms
Understanding Rectal Masses: What You Need to Know About Anal Growths
Rectal foreign body There is a growth near the anus that becomes more prominent when straining, approximately 1 centimeter in size. It is not painful and there is no bleeding. What could this issue be?
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It may be related to the vascular tissue of internal hemorrhoids, so please avoid constipation.[Read More] Understanding Rectal Masses: What You Need to Know About Anal Growths
Understanding Nighttime Rectal Pain and Urgency: Causes and Solutions
Waking up in pain during sleep due to the need to defecate? Hello, Doctor: Over the past year, I have occasionally woken up in the middle of the night with pain near the anal area, feeling the urge to have a bowel movement (approximately 3-4 times since January 2020). However, wh...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
The pain may be caused by abnormal intestinal motility. If it frequently occurs at night, it is considered abnormal, and you should consult a gastroenterologist for an examination. Additionally, it is recommended to avoid eating late-night snacks before bedtime.[Read More] Understanding Nighttime Rectal Pain and Urgency: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Severe Constipation: Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Constipation, with bowel movements resembling lumps of intestinal mucosa? Hello doctor, I have had severe constipation since elementary school, and I often experience bloating, stomach pain, and vomiting that require emergency care. In recent years, my condition has improved sign...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
If concerned, you can first undergo a rectal examination (approximately 20 cm) or a sigmoidoscopy (approximately 60 cm), and use stool softeners or laxatives for adjustment/treatment.[Read More] Understanding Severe Constipation: Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Rough Texture Detected in the Anus: What Could It Mean?
Rough texture felt inside the anus? Hello, doctor. Recently, I have been applying medication by inserting my finger into the rectum and I noticed a rough area about one finger joint down from the edge of the anus. It feels somewhat granular, which is quite different from the smoo...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello, a 29-year-old male has noticed a rough texture upon examination of the anal area, which may be indicative of scar tissue from a previous anal fissure. If there are any concerns, it is advisable to visit a colorectal specialist for an anal examination. Wishing you safety an...[Read More] Rough Texture Detected in the Anus: What Could It Mean?
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Rectal bleeding Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about a bleeding issue. Several months ago, possibly over a year ago, I experienced rectal bleeding, usually occurring after a bowel movement. There was one instance of a significant amount of blood, and at other times, I noticed...
Dr. Yang Zhichao Reply:
Dear Mr. Chen, Hello. You described experiencing rectal bleeding. It is recommended that you visit a gastroenterology clinic for evaluation and to arrange for further examinations. Thank you for your inquiry.[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Red Streaks in Stool: Causes and Concerns
Bowel issues Hello Dr. Chen, I would like to inquire about an incident that happened recently. A few mornings ago, I noticed that my stool had several segments, and on the surface, there were some reddish patches that appeared brick-red in color, blending with the stool. However...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It may be advisable to continue monitoring the situation, and if there are concerns, a fecal occult blood test can be performed.[Read More] Understanding Red Streaks in Stool: Causes and Concerns
Blood After Bowel Movements: Causes and Concerns Explained
Bleeding during bowel movements? In the past couple of days, I have noticed blood stains, approximately bright red to pink in color, on toilet paper after bowel movements. The area is not large, about the size of a small coin, slightly larger than a grain of rice. I also experien...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello: A 25-year-old female has noticed small blood stains on toilet paper after bowel movements, and she has been experiencing more frequent bowel movements over the past two days. Common causes of rectal bleeding include anal fissures, hemorrhoids, inflammatory bowel disease, p...[Read More] Blood After Bowel Movements: Causes and Concerns Explained
Understanding Bowel Issues: Causes of Hard Stools and Discomfort
Bowel issues Hello Dr. Chen: This morning, my stool was a bit hard and dry. After passing a few pieces, I looked back at the toilet and noticed that some parts of the stool had localized red patches, with a brick-red color, but there was no mucus or blood clots. After finishing, ...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It may be a minor anal fissure with bleeding; first, maintain soft stools (such as by eating bananas) and observe.[Read More] Understanding Bowel Issues: Causes of Hard Stools and Discomfort
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Blood in stool issues? Hello, doctor. Recently, I've noticed that my stools have been harder when I go to the bathroom, and after wiping, there is red blood on the toilet paper. This happened again today after using the restroom. I waited for a while to see if I had any more...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
It is likely bleeding from internal hemorrhoids (vascular tissue near the anus). You can use some stool softeners or topical hemorrhoid ointments to reduce bleeding caused by friction from bowel movements.[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding a Round Bump Near the Anus: When to Seek Medical Advice
A round lump at the anal folds? Recently, I noticed a small, round lump at the anal opening after wiping myself following a bowel movement. It has been about a month now, and it hasn't affected my bowel movements, nor has there been any significant bleeding (only occasionall...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
If there is no pain, no itching, and no bleeding, it can be monitored further.[Read More] Understanding a Round Bump Near the Anus: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Rectal Discomfort: Causes of Pressure and Spasms
Anal heaviness with occasional spasms? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing a persistent feeling of heaviness in my rectum (the area near the anus) for the past few months. At times, it feels like cramps and sharp pain, and in severe cases, the pain radiates to my abdomen, caus...
Dr. Cai Anshun Reply:
Hello: Please pay attention to whether there are irritants in your diet, such as caffeine, spicy foods, or foods that may cause loose stools. In addition to the aforementioned conditions, rapid bowel movements can also be caused by certain foods. If the problem persists, you may ...[Read More] Understanding Rectal Discomfort: Causes of Pressure and Spasms
Sudden Abdominal Pain and Blood in Stool: What You Need to Know
Waking up in the middle of the night with abdominal pain and noticing blood in the stool after using the bathroom? Hello, today (July 6th) I took a nap in the afternoon and suddenly woke up with abdominal pain. I rushed to the bathroom and after some time on the toilet, I started...
Dr. Chen Shidian Reply:
Just wait for the results of the colonoscopy. If the pain is severe, it may be necessary to go to the emergency department.[Read More] Sudden Abdominal Pain and Blood in Stool: What You Need to Know
Understanding Side Effects of Hemorrhoid Suppositories: What to Expect
After using hemorrhoid suppositories Since Monday evening, I have been using a hemorrhoidal suppository. After using it, I sometimes feel a burning sensation and pain in the anal area. I stopped using it the night before last, and now there is swelling in the area between the anu...
Dr. Lin Minghui Reply:
Hello, the skin around the anus is as delicate as the skin on other parts of the body and can be prone to allergies or irritation, leading to conditions such as eczema, acne, abscesses, and infections. Hemorrhoidal suppositories are solid dosage forms designed in a finger-like sh...[Read More] Understanding Side Effects of Hemorrhoid Suppositories: What to Expect