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I had colitis a several years ago. I passed quite a bit of blood in the stool.I am experiencing similar symptoms today. Stomach cramps, diareah which later went away and now only small amounts of blood when using the bathroom.Is there something I can do at home to help this if it is indeed another bout with colitis?
Diverticulitis may cause blood in stool. Intestinal poly may cause blood in stool.
Hemorroid or anal fissure may cause blood in stool problem.
Proper physical examination and history give exact idea. Stool examination test is helpful for further diagnosis. Consent a gastroenterologist for diagnosis.
I hope my guidance is helpful to you. Take care. Thank you.
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Does Blood In Stools Suggest Colitis?
Thank you very much for contacting healthcare magic. You have problem of blood in stool that may because of ulcerative colitis problem. Diverticulitis may cause blood in stool. Intestinal poly may cause blood in stool. Hemorroid or anal fissure may cause blood in stool problem. Proper physical examination and history give exact idea. Stool examination test is helpful for further diagnosis. Consent a gastroenterologist for diagnosis. I hope my guidance is helpful to you. Take care. Thank you.