Rectal bleeding concern

[kmer75]

I have rectal bleeding. blood is dripping in toilet for about a minute. Have had it for a week now? Appointment is not until 2 weeks. Any comments? Any similar experience?

[kmer75]

What to do to stop the bleeding in the meantime before my appointment

[Linley]

Speak to your GP most are doing phone consultations now you need professional advice on how to stop the bleeding.

[xjrs]

At my surgery, if you call when they open they will do emergency same day appointments. The GP will call you back for a phone consultation. Don't be fobbed off by receptionists giving you the next available pre-bookable appointment which is always going to be 2 weeks away. I've always got same day appointments at my surgery.

[kmer75]

Thanks for your replies. Call the gastroenterologist and met with him. He suggested Colonoscopy and endoscopy in 3 months. However, I am currently bleeding. He seemed not to take the bleeding seriously with blood literally dripping in the toilet. Not sure how to understand that. He suggested taking fiber supplements and stool softeners in the mean time. I guess I will just have to wait.