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Q: Blood in the stool and its causes

asked by: DoctorQuestion on January 20th, 2009

I'm married 23yrs old women. From my past 4-5 months I found blood in my stool before or after my periods and it bleeds only for 2-3 days. Why do i get blood in my stool before or after my periods. Is this the serious problem? Is thier any Home remidie to get rid of this problem.. Please any one suggest me

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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD

replied on January 22nd, 2009

Digestive and Bowel Disorders Answer A5455

Blood in the stool must be taken very seriously because it could be a sign of a very serious digestive disorder (colon cancer, for example). I am not sure if there is any connection with the period and genital organs but in certain cases it is possible. In most cases, blood in the stool is due to hemorrhoids but colon cancer has to be excluded first.

You shouldn’t waste your time on home remedies. You should consult your doctor as soon as possible.

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