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Question

ive been having a personal health problem. My rectum is bleeding. Its bright red and it happens once in awhile ...i kept thinking it was just a cut but today it kind of scared me because when i looked down it was a lot of blood in the toilet. It was even a very little chunky blood on toilet paper. whats wrong with me? my side was hurting all night today too (the pain wasnt strong but it was uncomfortable) i dont know if that has anything to do with it?

Answer 1

Yes they could be hemorrhoids, but to be on the safe side go see your/a doctor.
it's best to know what is going on in you body.

Good Luck.

Answer 2

You really need to get in and see a gastroenterologist about this, as rectal bleeding can be the result of something as simple as hemorrhoids, or something more serious, like cancer.

The fact that you describe bright red blood leads me to think that it's probably just hemorrhoids. They can be internal as well as external, and you cannot feel the internal ones from the outside, but they sure can bleed like crazy. Usually, blood from something further up inside is darker, not bright red. For example, blood from an ulcer, which has already passed through the stomach and digestive tract, is usually quite dark in color.

The fact that your side is hurting may be a reflection of some kind of localized intestinal infection, which can also lead to bleeding. What happens is the lining of your intestines gets inflamed, and bleeds. Or, it's also possible that you have a bit of constipation. When you are having a hard time moving your bowels, it's very common to experience bleeding.

The very best, and safest, thing to do is talk to a doctor about it right away. From your description, chances are good that it's nothing too serious, but since rectal bleeding is also a primary sign of rectal cancer, you definitely need to get it checked out right away.

I know it's scary, embarrassing, and inconvenient, but do yourself a favor and see a doctor. If it's nothing to worry about, you can laugh about it later, but if it is something serious, you'll be very glad you didn't wait.

Good luck.

Answer 3

I don't think it's anything serious, because the color is bright red, which means that the bleeding is coming from close to your anus. If it were a serious internal problem with the bleeding originating from deeper inside your colon, the color would be much darker. I had a similar problem as yours, went to the doctor, and was diagnosed with hemmorhoids. Your problem may also be hemmorhoids, which are easily treatable.

Try some hemmorhoid cream or medicine, but it's still best to see a doctor anyway.

Answer 4

There are many possible reasons for blood in your stool. Some are harmless and temporary, while others may signal a more serious condition. Anytime you find blood in your stool, it's always best to check it out with your doctor.
Finding blood in your stool can be alarming. Often, the underlying cause can be treated or controlled. Even if the condition isn't serious, early diagnosis is essential.

Causes are varied
Bleeding from your rectum can occur for many reasons, including:

Constipation. Passing hard, dry stools may scrape or tear your anal lining. You may notice small drops or streaks of bright red blood on your stool, on your toilet tissue or in the toilet bowl.
Hemorrhoids. These swollen and inflamed veins in your anus and rectum are another source of rectal bleeding. Again, you may notice small drops or streaks of bright red blood on your stool, on your toilet tissue or in the toilet bowl.
Diverticular bleeding. Diverticula are small, bulging pouches in the large intestine. Diverticula may cause painless but sometimes severe bleeding.
Infection. Some bowel infections cause diarrhea and rectal bleeding. Abdominal cramping, nausea, vomiting and fever may be present as well. These infections are usually caused by eating contaminated food.
Colon polyps. A polyp is a small clump of cells. Although most colon polyps are harmless, some may eventually become cancerous. You may notice bright red blood on the toilet paper after you've had a bowel movement.
Peptic ulcers. Peptic ulcers are open sores that develop on the lining of the stomach, upper small intestine or esophagus. Sometimes the sores bleed. In addition to upper abdominal pain, you may notice dark blood in your stools or black, tarry stools .
Inflammatory bowel disease. Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease are the two most common forms of inflammatory bowel disease. These often painful and debilitating conditions cause chronic inflammation of the digestive tract. Food moving through your digestive tract can cause the inflamed tissue to bleed. You may notice bright red blood in the toilet bowl or darker blood mixed with your stool.
Lack of blood supply to the bowel. If the blood flow to your small intestine or colon is reduced, you may develop intestinal ischemia. This may cause bright red- or maroon-colored blood in your stool.
Colorectal cancer. Most colon and rectal cancers begin as small, harmless clumps of cells called polyps. Eventually, some of these polyps may become cancerous. You may notice rectal bleeding, along with a change in bowel habits, narrow stools, abdominal discomfort, a feeling that your bowel doesn't empty completely and unexplained weight loss.

Answer 5

could be an ulcer, could be hemorrhoids, could be polyps, either way you should probably get yourself to a doctors as they would be able to look and see what is going on and tell you without having to guess, and go quickly too, what's going on doesn't sound to good, I had a bleeding ulcer myself for a while and I put it off for a while as well, wish I hadn't now, things can get a lot worse if you don't get them taken care of, and the sooner you get it taken care of the better off you will be and feel

Answer 6

You probably need to see a doctor...you have some signs of colon cancer...especially blood in the stool without knowing why...do you participate in anal sex? This could be the reason for the bleeding....if not....please see a doctor as soon as possible....

Answer 7

I'd get to a doctor. You could have a hemorrhoid, polyp, or cancer. Get checked and hope it is as simple as just a hemorrhoid. If you continue loosing blood you could become anemic and need a transfusion.

Answer 8

Sounds like hemmroids to me, but you really should see a doctor about it. The pain in your side: I don't know if it's linked with the previous condition or not.

Answer 9

sounds like you need to get to a doctor. you may have hemmoriods which have a tendency to bleed or a lower gi bleed with either one you need to seek medical attention asap it wont go away on its own.

Answer 10

if your a female and you had a child it could possibly be hemorrhoids... if you a male and you lift heavy items you can have them to.