Colonoscopy, Surgery FAQ - Page 21

Rectal bleeding Hello, doctor. I had hemorrhoids last year, and occasionally I would have blood in my stool, but it usually returned to normal after a few days. However, since the beginning of this year, I have been experiencing continuous bleeding. I went for an examination, and...

Colorectal polyps with hematochezia? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask about my father, who is 60 years old. He has been experiencing blood in his stool for the past few months, and for the last couple of months, he has noticed that he bleeds when straining during bowel movement...

Positive fecal occult blood test? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my previous visits to a major hospital where I was diagnosed with internal hemorrhoids. Recently, during a company health screening, I was informed that I tested positive for occult blood in my stool. I am...

Inability to control bowel movements during diarrhea? Recently, I experienced severe abdominal pain accompanied by vomiting, diarrhea, and fever. After seeking medical attention, I was diagnosed with acute gastroenteritis. During the first few days when the symptoms were severe, ...

Suspected blood in the stool? Hello Doctor: I have recently started monitoring my bowel movements (for about two weeks). I have been having regular bowel movements every evening after dinner. The first few days seemed quite normal, but I suspect I might have hemorrhoids, as I occ...

Bowel issues Hello doctor, in mid-November, I started experiencing pain during bowel movements, followed by fresh blood. Initially, I thought it was due to constipation, so I bought a laxative and took it for about two weeks, which significantly improved my condition and made my ...

Blood in the stool? I have been experiencing irregular bowel movements, approximately every three days. Recently, I have often passed pellet-like stools and just now noticed bright red streaks of blood (not much) along with white mucus attached (like it was wrapped around the sto...

Bleeding during bowel movements? Hello, I had surgery for hemorrhoids and anal fistula at the end of June, and then in September, I underwent a procedure for internal hemorrhoids. However, I have noticed that whenever I exert a little pressure during bowel movements, the likeliho...

Rectal bleeding Hello, doctor. This morning, I noticed mucus with blood in my stool, and I also feel some discomfort around my anus. I have experienced similar symptoms before. Over two years ago, I had a colonoscopy, and the doctor diagnosed me with hemorrhoids but did not provi...

Sudden rectal bleeding? This morning, I felt a wetness around my anus and noticed blood when I wiped. I also have a slight stomach ache and have had three bowel movements today, which have been somewhat loose. The bleeding seems to be ongoing, and when I checked in the early morn...

There is visible white mucus at the front of the stool, and sometimes there are floating particles of white to pinkish mucus? Hello, doctor. A few days ago, I had a colonoscopy because I noticed white mucus in my stool. The doctor said the results showed no issues with my colon, ...

Postoperative improvement not observed in internal hemorrhoids? Hello, doctor. Last April, I visited a physician due to rectal bleeding, and the doctor treated me with rubber band ligation for internal hemorrhoids. I still experience occasional bleeding afterward. This year, the ...

Bowel movement issues I have been experiencing constipation more frequently lately. I have had constipation issues in the past, but it seems to have worsened recently. I usually stay up late, especially during exam weeks when I often sleep around 4 AM. I also tend to eat spicy fo...

Blood dripping while having a bowel movement? Hello doctor, I am a mother who has given birth naturally to two children. Last year, after delivering my second child, I experienced rectal prolapse. At that time, I couldn't push it back in, but it gradually improved, and I hav...

Bowel issues - bleeding? Recently, during bowel movements, the stool appears normal but is somewhat hard and coarse. However, there is a small amount of bright red blood on the toilet paper after wiping. Could this symptom indicate hemorrhoids, anal fissures, or colorectal cancer...

Bowel issues - bleeding Recently, during bowel movements, the stool appears normal but is somewhat hard and coarse. However, there is a small amount of bright red blood on the toilet paper after wiping. Could these symptoms indicate hemorrhoids, anal fissures, or colorectal cance...

Feces and the anus? Hello doctor, I have the following condition: my stool contains white, thick substances, and I have issues with constipation. Sometimes, when I experience constipation, I use my fingers to dig, and I find yellow, thick substances. Occasionally, the yellow thic...

Rectal bleeding Hello doctor, recently I've noticed that there is sometimes blood on the toilet paper after I have a bowel movement, and sometimes there isn't. When the toilet paper doesn't have blood on it, I sometimes wipe inside the anal area with the toilet pap...

The anus often has a sour odor? I would like to consult a doctor about a persistent sour smell from my anus, which is sometimes accompanied by a bit of moisture and occasional itching. Initially, I thought it was a gastrointestinal issue, so I visited a traditional Chinese medici...

(Follow-up question) Colonoscopy issues? Doctor, excuse me, I have scheduled a colonoscopy, but due to personal reasons, I need to delay my menstrual period by one week. If I take medication to postpone my period, can I still undergo the examination, or should I stop taking the m...