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Understanding Blood in Stool: Causes and Concerns for Patients

Rectal bleeding Hello Doctor: I have been experiencing significant rectal bleeding for about ten years, but recently, whether I have hard or soft stools, I notice blood every time I go to the bathroom. The bleeding sometimes appears as a layer of bright red or dark red blood coat...


Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
At the age of 26, the likelihood of developing colorectal cancer is not zero, but generally speaking, it is very, very low. Based on your description, it seems more like hemorrhoidal bleeding. It is advisable to start with a light diet and maintain a good lifestyle. Spicy, irrita...

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Effective Strategies to Prevent Recurring Anal Fissures

How to prevent the recurrence of anal fissures? Dr. Ke: Hello, I am a 34-year-old male patient with anal fissures. Since my first occurrence of an anal fissure at the end of 2017, I have been experiencing them every 3 to 4 months, with each episode lasting 3 to 4 days of pain. I ...


Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Anal fissures are not a life-threatening condition, but they can cause significant distress to patients. If you have already made adjustments to your lifestyle and dietary habits, yet the anal fissure continues to affect your work and daily life, I would recommend considering sur...

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Understanding Rectal Bleeding and Blood Clots: Causes and Solutions

Blood in stool with clots? Hello doctor, I occasionally notice blood in my stool, and I experience mild constipation with dry stools, having a bowel movement every 2-3 days. Before my menstrual period, the constipation worsens, and I may go 4-5 days without a bowel movement. The ...


Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
Your issue arises from constipation, which leads to harder stools that cause friction against the internal hemorrhoids (resulting from long-term constipation) and subsequently results in bleeding. The solution is to "soften the stool" to reduce friction, allowing the mu...

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Understanding Rectal Bleeding and Pain After Bowel Movements

Blood on toilet paper after wiping can indicate several issues, such as hemorrhoids, anal fissures, or other gastrointestinal conditions? Hello Doctor, in the past few months, I have been experiencing pain in my anus a few hours after having a bowel movement, especially after wal...


Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
At the age of 20, the likelihood of developing colorectal cancer is not zero, but generally speaking, it is extremely low. Based on your description, it seems more like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It is recommended to follow a light diet and maintain a good lifestyle. Spicy, ...

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Understanding Rectal Bleeding: Symptoms, Causes, and When to Seek Help

Melena or hematochezia On the evening of April 29th, I suddenly experienced pain in my anus while having a bowel movement, and upon inspection, I noticed blood. The stool was hard, and I thought it was just an anal fissure. On the morning of May 3rd, after having lunch that inclu...


Dr. Chen Jiaming Reply:
Based on your description and age, it is most likely that you have an internal hemorrhoid that has been irritated and caused bleeding due to friction from hard stools. It is recommended to increase your daily water intake by about 1000-1500 milliliters to help soften your stools,...

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Understanding Anal Issues: Fissures, Hemorrhoids, and Treatment Options

Anal issues Hello, Dr. Ko: Last month, I visited a doctor due to anal pain and rectal bleeding. At that time, the doctor diagnosed me with anal fissures and internal hemorrhoids. 1. I later noticed a long lump between my anus and perineum that feels soft and is not very painful w...


Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. If the anal fissure is located in the anterior region, it is indeed possible for inflammation to cause this phenomenon; however, anal fistulas are generally not the case, but a physician should be consulted for a definitive diagnosis. 2. The progression of chronic anal fissure...

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Understanding Rectal Bleeding: Causes and When to Seek Medical Help

Blood in stool resembling water? Hello, I usually have difficulty completely emptying my bowels, so I have developed a habit of wiping very thoroughly until I am sure it is clean. As a result, I occasionally wipe to the point of bleeding, which I have become accustomed to. Recent...


Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
The cause of bleeding you described may be due to a tear in the anal mucosa; the membrane could be a secretion from the intestinal mucosa. If you are concerned, it is advisable to visit a hospital outpatient clinic for examination.

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Understanding Rectal Bleeding: Is It a Fissure Recurrence or Something Else?

Rectal bleeding Hello Doctor, I had an anal fissure issue during my senior year of high school, which healed in a little over a week. It's been nearly a year since then, but recently I've experienced some rectal bleeding during bowel movements. The pain is not very inte...


Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Based on your description, it seems more like an anal fissure or mild hemorrhoidal bleeding. The typical symptoms include pain during bowel movements accompanied by slight bleeding, often caused by constipation or diarrhea. The fundamental treatment is to improve bowel habits, al...

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Can You Dive After Surgery? Key Considerations for Divers with Medical History

Diving activity issues Hello, a friend recently asked about learning to dive, but since I have undergone two surgeries in the past, I have a few questions for the physician (currently, there are no diving medicine specialists available, so I would like to consult a general surgeo...


Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. Generally, nasal allergies are not treated with surgery; however, I know that some physicians perform turbinate reduction surgery to alleviate obstruction symptoms caused by mucosal hypertrophy. It is best to consult an otolaryngologist for detailed information. 2. The surgi...

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Understanding Rectal Bleeding and Abdominal Pain: When to Seek Help

Blood in stool, abdominal pain? Hello, doctor. I had internal hemorrhoids last year, and it got better after taking medication. However, I think it has recurred due to staying up too late during finals. It doesn't bleed every time, but I've been experiencing abdominal p...


Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
Please take some time to check out the colorectal department.

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Understanding Rectal Bleeding: When to Worry About Hemorrhoids and More

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...


Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
At the age of 22, the likelihood of developing colorectal cancer is not zero, but it is generally very low. Based on your description, it seems more like hemorrhoids. It is recommended to maintain a light diet and a good lifestyle. Spicy, irritating, and greasy foods should be av...

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Understanding Rectal Bleeding: Causes and When to Seek Help

Rectal bleeding Doctor, for the past week or two, I've noticed that every time I have a bowel movement, there is blood, and it comes out in drops (a significant amount). Sometimes, when I wipe, there is a pool of blood along with blood clots. After each bowel movement, I als...


Dr. Yu Mingchang Reply:
Hello: Could you please visit the Department of Colorectal Surgery at Changhua Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare? We care about you.

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Understanding Rectal Bleeding: Symptoms, Causes, and When to Seek Help

Rectal bleeding After bowel movements, there is redness on the toilet paper, and sometimes I feel that my stools are quite large, causing some pain in the anus. Occasionally, the water in the toilet is also red. I tend to spend a long time sitting on the toilet. The symptoms come...


Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Based on your description, it seems more like the typical symptoms of an anal fissure, which include pain during bowel movements accompanied by slight bleeding. The common causes are often constipation or diarrhea. The fundamental treatment is to improve bowel habits, along with ...

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Sudden Rectal Bleeding: Causes and When to Seek Medical Help

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...


Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
This situation likely indicates a higher possibility of hemorrhoidal bleeding. As long as there is no further bleeding, it should not be a concern. It is recommended to avoid constipation during this period, shorten the time spent on bowel movements, and increase the intake of di...

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Persistent Bleeding After Hemorrhoid Banding: Seeking Solutions

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 ...


Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
1. Sleeping on your stomach does not help relieve anal pressure; you might consider using a rectal suppository, which may alleviate discomfort. 2. For abnormal bowel movements, it is recommended to increase your intake of dietary fiber and probiotics while avoiding greasy foods....

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Understanding Rectal Bleeding: Causes and When to Seek Help

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...


Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
Based on your description, it seems more like the typical symptoms of an anal fissure, which include pain during bowel movements accompanied by slight bleeding. Mild bleeding from hemorrhoids can also present similarly. The common causes are often constipation or diarrhea. The fu...

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Understanding Rectal Bleeding: Causes and Concerns for Constipation Relief

Rectal bleeding Due to having a larger and longer intestine, I have always experienced issues with constipation. Recently, I started taking laxatives (Lactulose) to alleviate my constipation, taking them about three times a week. Initially, I took two pills, but now I need to tak...


Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
At the age of 17, the likelihood of developing colorectal cancer can be considered negligible. Based on your description, it seems more like mild hemorrhoidal bleeding. It is recommended to start with a light diet and maintain a good lifestyle. Spicy, irritating, and greasy foods...

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Is Rectal Bleeding a Sign of Hemorrhoids? Understanding Your Symptoms

Rectal bleeding The blood in the stool is floating on the water or sinking, and sometimes I feel a protrusion when wiping. There was an occasion when I didn't wipe thoroughly, and it kept bleeding; I used about three or four pieces of toilet paper to stop the bleeding. Could...


Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
This situation likely indicates a higher possibility of hemorrhoidal bleeding. As long as there is no further bleeding, it should not be a major concern. It is recommended to avoid constipation during this period and to shorten the time spent on the toilet. Increasing dietary fib...

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Understanding Anal Issues: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options

Anal issues Hello Doctor, 1. Two years ago, I had a colonoscopy and was diagnosed with internal hemorrhoids. Recently, for the past year, I have been experiencing a sharp pain during bowel movements, which has been a recurring issue since childhood but not frequently. There is ...


Dr. Xu Kaixi Reply:
Question 1: Rectal bleeding is an abnormal symptom that can range from common hemorrhoids to other serious gastrointestinal diseases. Based on your description, the highest likelihood is that hard stools have caused inflammation of the hemorrhoids and anal fissures leading to ble...

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Understanding Rectal Bleeding: Hemorrhoids and Related Concerns

Bleeding during bowel movements and hemorrhoid issues? Hello, Dr. Ke. Earlier this year, after considering relevant opinions, I sought medical attention at the Hsinchu branch of National Taiwan University Hospital. During the outpatient visit, the doctor performed a digital exami...


Dr. Ke Fangxu Reply:
At the age of 25, the likelihood of developing colorectal cancer is not zero, but generally speaking, it is very, very low. Since you have already undergone a colonoscopy, there is no need to worry. The presence of mucus is mostly related to prolonged bowel movements. It is advis...

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