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Q: Colon Cancer Question

asked by: DoctorQuestion on January 5th, 2006

I have noticed blood in my stool as well as when wiping with a tissue. Not a lot but it is present occasionally. I have had pain for approx. 2 weeks int the rectal area but inside. After going to the washroom the pain is greater and a type of itch or burning feeling. My stools are pencil thing and have difficulty finishing. Sometimes i am unable to make it to the bathroom in time.
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Dr. Nikola Gjuzelov , MD

replied on January 13th, 2006

Colon Cancer Answer A121

A colonoscopic endoscopy can be performed to discover the causes for your symptoms. They may be caused by a number of various diseases... from the most easily treatable (hemorrhoids, ragadas, inflammations) to more serious illnesses (cancers). You may want to go see your doctor as soon as possible!

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