A Case of Bloody Stools

Q: If a 19 year old male has experienced blood in his stool 20 times, first lightly then heavily, what can be some possible causes? Should he see a doctor immediately?
-By Neeci
Reply:
There are many possible causes for blood in stools. We need to know
some more details like:
  • Color of blood- Is it frank red, maroon, or reddish-black
  • Amount of blood
  • Any associated symptom like- Pain in abdomen, pain while
  • passing out stools, any nausea, fever, loss of appetite.
You may also go through the possible causes of blood in stools.
Take care,
Buddy M.D.

Medical Advice (Q&As) on “A Case of Bloody Stools”

  1. keith palmer

    lefthand side of my stomach is swollen have had some pain have lost my appitight but not lost any weight.

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    1. Buddy M.D. Post author

      Needs to be physically examined for diagnosis.

      A surface swelling could be a muscular one. If inside, other symptoms need to be observed. Whether you have any digestive problems etc.

      You may read here about probable causes for abdominal swellings.

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