Deanna A. asked
I have been experiencing intermittent blood in my stool for the past 4 months. I am a 37-year-old Asian female. I am unsure if I have hemorrhoids and have noticed what appears to be a fissure or raw skin area, but I am not certain if this is the cause of the bleeding. The blood is a small amount, red on the stool, and muted red/pink on the paper. I have an appointment with a colorectal NP in a month but wanted some advice beforehand. Should I be concerned about colon or rectal cancer, and if so, would the symptoms typically worsen over time?
December 20th, 2024
Paul P. answered
Intermittent blood in the stool can be caused by various factors, including small injuries, fissures...
December 20th, 2024
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