Don’t know what to do

[Wonderman214]

Can anyone help me? What this could be I’m kind of worried can anyone give me ideas what to do please.

[Nicole_GCCA Partner]

Hi Wonderman214 ,Thanks for posting and I'm sorry to hear this is causing anxiety. It is best to contact your doctor, even if for a virtual visit, as a photo won't be able to diagnose what is going on. If that is blood, it is always important to get checked out by a medical professional.

When you experience blood in the stool, the doctor will often perform a DRE (digital rectal exam) where they will both look and feel with their gloved fingers, to see if an any anal fissure (tears in the anus), hemorrhoids, or something else that could be causing the bleeding. Depending on the DRE results, any symptoms you are experiencing, and age, your doctor will determine if further tests need to be performed.

There are many reasons for blood in the stool, some are very treatable with medication, diet change, and minor procedures, and of course, there are more serious reasons for blood in the stool as well. For that reason, we always advise patients to seek medical care when they have blood in the stool.

Before you speak to your doctor, be sure to have written down a list of all medications that you are currently taking, including over-the-counter medications and supplements. Often, patients with GI issues will also keep a food journal to track food and beverage intake, bowel movements, any pain or bleeding, etc. This could be useful information for your doctor. Additionally, it could show you a pattern (for instance, possibly being lactose intolerant, if you experience diarrhea after eating dairy).

Please keep us updated after you speak to your doctor.

~Nicole, GCCA Staff Member & Colon Cancer Connected Site Administrator.

Just a reminder - this group is here to offer support, share experiences, and offer our thoughts - but this is not medical advice, and you should always consult your medical professional(s). Additionally, for all emergencies, seek urgent medical care, never delay.

[Wonderman214 in reply to Nicole_GCCA]

Thank you this helps a lot but yes I will contact my doctor. And will keep you updated!

[mondlee6248 in reply to Wonderman214]

So have you contacted your doctor? And what did your doctor says