Q: rectal bleeding - hemmerhoid or Colonoscopy Required?
asked by:
nemrutt
on December 14th, 2007
New User
Hi,
I saw a bright red blood on the water almost 2 months ago and it wan't mixed with the stool. It was itchy for couple of hours...I freaked out and saw a doctor the next day. I have hemaroid for about 15 years and the doctor told me not to worry and let him know if the situation got worse. After one month later I saw blood again - very small amount- and told my doctor to refer me to a specialist, which he did. Today I met with him and we talk about the symptoms. He recommended colonoscopy (he said he has to recomend colonoscopy for any rectal bleeding) but he also told me that If I were you I wouldn't worry about it. He said watch it and if bleeding continues then book an appointment for colonoscopy. I am 30 yrs old male and I have no any other symptoms...I was wondering if "watch it" is a good idea or not? or should I get colonoscopy immediately? It has been almost 1 month now and I have no bleeding or any other complaints.
Any advice would be much appreciated...
Thanks
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