Blood In Stool - What Does It Mean?

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0:00 Introduction
0:59 What are the causes of blood in stool?
2:59 How to look for the cause of blood in stool?
3:41 How is bleeding in stool controlled?
Blood in stool looks different depending on how early it enters the digestive tract-and thus how much digestive action it has been exposed to-and how much there is. The term can refer either to melena, with a black appearance, typically originating from upper gastrointestinal bleeding; or to hematochezia, with a red color, typically originating from lower gastrointestinal bleeding.[6] Evaluation of the blood found in stool depends on its characteristics, in terms of color, quantity and other features, which can point to its source, however, more serious conditions can present with a mixed picture, or with the form of bleeding that is found in another section of the tract.[6][4] The term "blood in stool" is usually only used to describe visible blood, and not fecal occult blood, which is found only after physical examination and chemical laboratory testing.
In infants, the Apt test can be used to distinguish fetal hemoglobin from maternal blood based on the differences in composition of fetal hemoglobin as compared to the hemoglobin found in adults.[7][8]

[@CrankyPantss]

Blood is always worth getting checked out. My friend just had an issue with bleeding. They found a precancerous tumor. If it had been ignored, it would have most likely developed into cancer. Because she got it checked out, she was able to get it removed before it got that far. I know it’s uncomfortable and awkward to go to the doctor for that, but if suffering with cancer is the alternative, feeling awkward for a short time is a very small price to pay.

[@littledudefromacrossthestr5755]

Not necessarily, sometimes if the stool is very large coming out. There is a possible vains might burst, and you'll see a tiny bit of blood on the stool and also while wiping

[@darrelllancaster9554]

Good tutorial. Thank You.🎯

[@MedicalCentric]

You're welcome!

[@viorelscrob6391]

I have blood in stool for a long time, but i don't know what it is. ...

[@littledudefromacrossthestr5755]

Probably normal, if your stool is very large

[@krishnapattar7699]

I had done my hemorrhoids surgery day 16 still surgical area still bleeding plz reply me sir

[@karenishness1]

Hookworms from dogs are a cause of bleeding ulcer.

[@gypsymoney]

This sounds better then the shit That’s in the radio 😂

[@littledudefromacrossthestr5755]

Fr 💀

[@rose-yv1yn]

Umm I'm on my period and blood came from my stool.....,

[@user-kd9lm5fx5p]

I guess i have anal ulcer or hemorrhoids.. what should i do

[@MedicalCentric]

Please consult a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.