Understanding Bowel Issues: Blood in Stool and Pain Concerns
Bowel issues Hello Doctor, I would like to describe my issue. I have a bad habit of having bowel movements very quickly, often taking less than two minutes to finish. Due to this habit, combined with a lack of exercise since starting graduate school, I recently noticed blood in m...
Dr. Yuan Hongdao Reply:
Hello, having a fast bowel movement is not necessarily a bad habit. Blood in the stool is mostly due to hemorrhoids or injuries to the anal mucosa. Generally, anal fissures cause severe and persistent pain, and the mucosa at the anal opening will appear as a linear tear. If you a...[Read More] Understanding Bowel Issues: Blood in Stool and Pain Concerns
Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Blood in Stool and Abdominal Discomfort
Distressing gastrointestinal issues and bloody stools? Dear Doctor: Since July of last year, I have experienced blood in my stool approximately ten times. The blood appears as about 5 c.c. of bright red blood on top of my stool, which is typically sticky in consistency. Only once...
Dr. Yuan Hongdao Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it seems more like rectal or anal bleeding, with the most common cause being hemorrhoids. However, other conditions such as colitis, tumors, or anal fissures cannot be ruled out. If you experience constipation at times, diarrhea at other times, w...[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: Blood in Stool and Abdominal Discomfort
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Solutions for Gastrointestinal Issues
Rectal bleeding Hello! Since childhood, I have been having bowel movements every 10-15 days, but I have not experienced any health issues. However, in the past two days, I have had bowel movements with blood, including clots similar to menstrual blood, and mild lower abdominal pa...
Dr. Yuan Hongdao Reply:
Hello, having a bowel movement every 10-15 days is too infrequent. I recommend increasing your intake of vegetables and fruits, and drinking a large glass of water every morning upon waking. It's best to use the restroom before heading out. Engage in moderate exercise, and i...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Solutions for Gastrointestinal Issues
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Concerns in Gastroenterology
Blood in the stool? Hello Doctor, for the past three years, I have experienced blood in my stool approximately every two months. Before the occurrence of blood in my stool, I feel a dull ache and a sensation of fullness or swelling in the area of my kidneys in the back. The blood...
Dr. Yuan Hongdao Reply:
Hello, the presence of blood in the stool indicates gastrointestinal bleeding. If the person does not experience dizziness or signs of shock, it suggests that the bleeding is coming from the colon or rectum. Generally, bleeding from the colon results in dark red or bright red sto...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Concerns in Gastroenterology
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Regarding hematochezia? Hello Dr. Chen, I have been experiencing rectal bleeding since I was about 24 years old. Initially, it occurred about once or twice a year, with only a small amount of blood on the toilet paper. However, over the past year and a half, the frequency of the...
Dr. Chen Zhiping Reply:
Hello, to determine whether you have a tumor, it is not possible to make assumptions based solely on the presence of blood in the stool. Therefore, I recommend that you visit a gastroenterology or colorectal surgery clinic to arrange for an examination (colonoscopy) to rule out t...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Medical Help
Rectal bleeding Hello, Dr. Chen... I would like to ask you about a situation I've been experiencing for the past three days. After having a bowel movement, I've noticed a small amount of blood (it is bright red while the stool is brown). I was wondering if this could be...
Dr. Chen Zhiping Reply:
Hello, rectal bleeding is most commonly caused by hemorrhoids or anal fissures, which are related to poor bowel habits and constipation. Of course, issues such as inflammation or tumors in the rectum are also possible, but they are less common. To determine the cause, it is essen...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Medical Help
Understanding Blood in Stool: When to Seek Gastrointestinal Care
I have been experiencing bloody stools for a year, and I have undergone thorough examinations? Hello Doctor: Around February 2004, I experienced occasional rectal bleeding (sometimes once a week, sometimes every 2-3 weeks, or even twice a week, with no consistent pattern). I went...
Dr. Chen Zhiping Reply:
Hello, it is common for patients with lower gastrointestinal bleeding to undergo a colonoscopy without identifying the source of the bleeding. It could be due to hemorrhoidal bleeding or bleeding from small vessels that may not be visible after hemostasis. If you continue to expe...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: When to Seek Gastrointestinal Care
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Blood in stool? In mid-August, I visited a general clinic due to blood in my stool, and it was found that I had hemorrhoids along with some rectal prolapse. However, on November 12, I noticed a small amount of blood again during a bowel movement, and when wiping, I saw a red mass...
Dr. Su Baojia Reply:
Changes in bowel habits should consider the possibility of colorectal issues. Additionally, changes in lifestyle can also affect bowel habits. If there is blood in the stool, it is advisable to consult a gastroenterologist for a thorough examination.[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
I have symptoms of significant bleeding? Hello, doctor. I am a 19-year-old college student. Recently, I have been experiencing blood in my stool frequently, sometimes a lot, resembling urine in flow, and at other times just a small amount on the toilet paper. Sometimes I see bloo...
Dr. Su Baojia Reply:
If there is blood in the stool and significant bleeding, it is important to see a gastroenterologist for an examination as soon as possible. The causes may include hemorrhoids, colorectal cancer, or colonic ulcers, among others, and should not be taken lightly. Otherwise, it coul...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Concerns for Patients
Blood in the stool? Hello, Dr. Su. For the past three days, I have noticed blood (bright red in color) in my stool (the stool does not feel hard). After bowel movements, there is no significant discomfort in the anal area, and I do not have any noticeable abdominal pain. Since I ...
Dr. Su Baojia Reply:
Blood in the stool, especially bright red blood, is most commonly associated with hemorrhoids. It is recommended that you first consult a colorectal surgeon for an examination to rule out the presence of hemorrhoids, and then proceed with further testing if necessary.[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Concerns for Patients
Do Stomach or Colon Cancers Always Cause Blood in Stool?
I have a question? I would like to ask the doctor... Is it true that stomach cancer or colon cancer always presents with blood in the stool? If there is bleeding in the stomach or intestines, is it always blood in every bowel movement, or can it be intermittent? A few days ago, I...
Dr. Chen Zhiping Reply:
Hello, the presence of blood in the stool does not necessarily indicate gastric or colorectal cancer. If there is gastrointestinal bleeding from the upper digestive tract, the stool is typically black or dark red. In contrast, if the bleeding originates from the lower digestive t...[Read More] Do Stomach or Colon Cancers Always Cause Blood in Stool?
Blood in Stool: Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues and When to Seek Help
Blood in the stool? Hello Dr. Chen: I've been feeling a bit uncomfortable in my abdomen these past few days. It feels somewhat like diarrhea, and when I have a bowel movement, it really does resemble diarrhea. However, there is a lot of fresh blood on the stool, particularly...
Dr. Chen Zhiping Reply:
Hello, the presence of blood in your stool, along with dripping blood and anal pain, may indicate conditions such as hemorrhoids or anal fissures. It is advisable to visit a colorectal surgery clinic for an examination. Bowel movement frequency varies among individuals, typically...[Read More] Blood in Stool: Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues and When to Seek Help
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Concerns After Abdominal Surgery
Blood in stool? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my previous surgery for an abdominal cyst. Since the operation, I have been experiencing persistent constipation and pain in the lower left abdomen, accompanied by small pinkish spots. I have consulted many doctors, and eac...
Dr. Chen Zhiping Reply:
Hello: After abdominal surgery, it is possible to experience intestinal adhesions, which can lead to difficulties in bowel movements, constipation, and abdominal bloating. It is advisable to consume a high-fiber diet, drink plenty of water, and engage in regular exercise to facil...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Concerns After Abdominal Surgery
Understanding Blood in Stool: Steps for Gastrointestinal Evaluation
Medical issue (blood in stool) Dear Dr. Su, This morning, my father visited the Taipei Provincial Hospital (Department of Gastroenterology) due to the presence of blood in his stool. He was previously hospitalized for intestinal bloating. However, today the attending physician o...
Dr. Su Baojia Reply:
If further examination with a colonoscopy is needed due to blood in the stool, please consult a gastroenterologist who will arrange for hospitalization for the procedure.[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Steps for Gastrointestinal Evaluation
Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: When to Worry About Blood in Stool
Gastrointestinal issues, bowel problems? Hello Dr. Su: I am 24 years old and a student. Due to my academic commitments in recent years, my schedule has been irregular for a long time, and I often skip meals. As a result, I frequently experience abnormal bowel movements, sometimes...
Dr. Su Baojia Reply:
Blood in the stool should raise concerns for hemorrhoids and colorectal diseases. Hemorrhoids can be diagnosed through a rectal examination. To determine the presence of colorectal cancer, further testing such as a barium enema or a colonoscopy is necessary.[Read More] Understanding Gastrointestinal Issues: When to Worry About Blood in Stool
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Concerns After Dysentery
Blood in the stool? I contracted dysentery (Shigella) two months ago, experiencing fever and bloody stools. I was subsequently hospitalized and discharged after three days. The carrier state persisted for over a month, and stool tests returned to normal after two weeks. However, ...
Dr. Liang Jiade Reply:
Generally, Shigella infections are less likely to result in persistent carriage after treatment. However, if there are still ongoing symptoms such as blood and mucus in the stool, it is recommended to conduct further stool examinations and bacterial cultures. Additionally, a colo...[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Concerns After Dysentery
Is Blood in Stool a Sign of Stomach Bleeding? Symptoms to Watch For
Blood in the stool can indicate gastrointestinal bleeding, but it does not necessarily mean it is from the stomach. Symptoms of gastrointestinal bleeding may include: 1. Bright red or dark red blood in the stool. 2. Black, tarry stools (melena), which may indicate bleeding from ...
Dr. Su Baojia Reply:
Blood in the stool typically raises concerns about hemorrhoids or diseases of the colon. In cases of gastrointestinal bleeding, the stool is usually black, unless there is a significant amount of bleeding from the stomach, which may result in red stools.[Read More] Is Blood in Stool a Sign of Stomach Bleeding? Symptoms to Watch For
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Dietary Impact
I have blood in my stool? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask you about an issue I occasionally experience with blood in my stool. Whenever I eat less vegetable-based foods, I notice this problem. Does this indicate that there is an issue with my gastrointestinal system, or could i...
Dr. Zhang Yuting Reply:
There are many causes of bloody stools, with hemorrhoidal bleeding being the most common. However, it is essential to rule out inflammatory bowel disease or tumors. It is recommended that you visit a gastroenterologist for further evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Dietary Impact
Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Hematemesis Hello, doctor: I would like to ask... A few days ago, I experienced diarrhea and noticed blood in my stool (bright red blood mixed with the stool). This has occurred one to two times in the past few days, with a small amount mixed in. I had a colon polyp removed two y...
Dr. Cai Junyan Reply:
Hello Nicy: Blood in the stool can be caused by hemorrhoidal bleeding, polyps, colorectal cancer, or inflammatory bowel diseases, among others. It is best to promptly consult a qualified gastroenterologist for a complete colonoscopy. Gastroenterology Specialist, Dr. Tsai Jun-Yan.[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Understanding Blood in Stool: When to Seek Gastroenterology Help
There is a lot of blood in the stool? Today, I noticed some blood and blood streaks in my stool. However, there was no blood when I wiped my anus and vaginal area. I'm not sure what this could be. I have experienced this once before, but there were no other symptoms afterwar...
Dr. Xie Wenhuai Reply:
It may be bleeding due to hemorrhoids; you can consult a colorectal surgeon. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Blood in Stool: When to Seek Gastroenterology Help