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Re: Blood and mucus in stools
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Re: Blood and mucus in stools
by Jane__0__0, Jan 01, 1995 12:00AM
Posted By Jane on June 08, 1999 at 11:27:28
For about the last 18 months I have noticed bright red blood and sometimes mucus on or at the end of my stools. I suffer from trapped wind quite often and this blood/mucus usually occurs when I visit the bathroom to try and release the wind. I recently went into hospital and saw a consultant who performed what I presume was a sigmoidoscopy. He said that my problem was being caused by a couple of internal piles, he injected them with something and said that I shouldn't have any more problems.
That was about 3 weeks ago, and recently my problem has started again.
Is it possible that the consultant may have missed something? I am 21 years old, have no family history of any bowel disorders, have not lost any weight recently and don't generally experience any kind of abdominal discomfort apart from occasional trapped wind as I've mentioned. I'm quite concerned that it might be something a bit more serious such as colon cancer.
For about the last 18 months I have noticed bright red blood and sometimes mucus on or at the end of my stools. I suffer from trapped wind quite often and this blood/mucus usually occurs when I visit the bathroom to try and release the wind. I recently went into hospital and saw a consultant who performed what I presume was a sigmoidoscopy. He said that my problem was being caused by a couple of internal piles, he injected them with something and said that I shouldn't have any more problems.
That was about 3 weeks ago, and recently my problem has started again.
Is it possible that the consultant may have missed something? I am 21 years old, have no family history of any bowel disorders, have not lost any weight recently and don't generally experience any kind of abdominal discomfort apart from occasional trapped wind as I've mentioned. I'm quite concerned that it might be something a bit more serious such as colon cancer.
Dear Jane:
Blood and mucous in the stools is a common presentation. Typically a flexible sigmoidoscopy is sufficient in making the proper diagnosis. Treatment of hemorrhoids typically includes fiber, adequate fluid intake and hydrocortisone topical agents (suppositories, cream) and sitz baths. Should your condition persist it would be important to follow-up with the physician who performed your orginal sigmoidoscopy. Sincerely, FWR
This information is provided for general medical enducation purposes only. Please consult your personal physician for diagnostic and treatment options pertaining to your specific medical condition.
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