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What Causes Blood In Stool?

My son is 20 years old and has recently begun to experience blood in his stool. He said that the first time it was a few drops, the second time it was more but stopped for a few days. Now every time he goes he has more blood drops in his stool. He is a very anxious person in general and is a very stressful time in his life right now. What should his next step be?
Mon, 29 Jun 2015
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Hello
I appreciate your concern and I will try to help you out in best possible way
blood discharge from anus can be related to fissure or fistula in anus or hemorrhoids
another possibility is rectal polyp or liver disease.

I would like further information to help you better like
relevant medical history like diabetes or liver disease
do feel itching around anus?
have you seen blood in stool?
have you taken any medicines or adulterated good
Since how long you have this problem?

meanwhile try to avoid constipation by taking liquid paraffin like stool softeners
Have dietary fiber to increase bulk of the stool.
have lots of fresh fruits and steamed vegetables
Avoid smoking and alcohol it could be dangerous for you
Wash your hands with antiseptic soap or solution to maintain good hygiene
Avoid fatty fried junk and cold food

since I can't physically examine which gives more clue to diagnose you more accurately So, In my opinion you should consult a gastroenterologist for per rectal examination and colonoscopy if need be.
Hope this answers your question
Wish you good health
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What Causes Blood In Stool?

Hello I appreciate your concern and I will try to help you out in best possible way blood discharge from anus can be related to fissure or fistula in anus or hemorrhoids another possibility is rectal polyp or liver disease. I would like further information to help you better like relevant medical history like diabetes or liver disease do feel itching around anus? have you seen blood in stool? have you taken any medicines or adulterated good Since how long you have this problem? meanwhile try to avoid constipation by taking liquid paraffin like stool softeners Have dietary fiber to increase bulk of the stool. have lots of fresh fruits and steamed vegetables Avoid smoking and alcohol it could be dangerous for you Wash your hands with antiseptic soap or solution to maintain good hygiene Avoid fatty fried junk and cold food since I can t physically examine which gives more clue to diagnose you more accurately So, In my opinion you should consult a gastroenterologist for per rectal examination and colonoscopy if need be. Hope this answers your question Wish you good health