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Rectal Bleeding Causes - Learn About Red Blood On Stool

About rectal bleeding causes. Learn about bright red blood on stool and causes of bloody stools here.

Bleeding from the rectum or PR bleeding is a common problem and one that can be an alarming experience. There are many causes of PR bleeding or bloody stools although serious bright red blood on stool such as bowel cancer or colon cancer, only account for approximately 1% of all cases of bloody stools and a lot of bleeding is never even seen by doctors. However, if you find blood in the toilet or on wiping, it is always important to have this checked.

Endoscopic View of A Hemorrhoid

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Most people, at some point in their lives, will notice bleeding. The most common rectal bleeding causes in this situation are hemorrhoids (haemorrhoids or piles) and fissures (this is a tear in the anus which can be very painful). These conditions are totally benign and are usually caused by excessive straining and constipation. It is important to have a healthy lifestyle in this situation, maintain your 5 fruit and vegetables a day for fiber, as well as ensuring an adequate fluid intake of at least 2 litres a day to keep stools soft.

To read more about this go to our IBS lifestyle section. There are other causes of bleeding, but these are uncommon. Other causes include infections, inflammatory conditions such as inflammatory bowel disease or (Crohn's disease, Ulcerative colitis), polyps, bleeding blood vessels (angiodysplasia), diverticular disease and rarely cancer of the bowel. These conditions can easily be mistaken by sufferers as hemorrhoids which is why you should always be checked by your doctor.

When you go to a doctor they will be understanding. Your doctor will ask you questions about the bleeding including how long you have had it, whether it is fresh or old blood, whether you have an itchy bottom (pruritis ani) which is often associated with piles or worm infestation, if there is any soreness or discharge, and if there is any family history of bowel diseases including cancer. They will examine the area and may perform a proctoscopy or Rigid sigmoidoscopy . If they haven't got the facility for this, then they may refer you to a gastroenterologist or surgeon to investigate this further. Tests that are commonly performed include Flexible Sigmoidoscopy , colonoscopy Procedure , CT Colonography and barium enema . Treatment really depends on cause and this is best discussed with your doctor at the time of consultation. I hope this section of my website has been helpful.

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