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Bloody [(the adjective, not the expletive)|(adjective, not expletive)|(not the expletive but the adjective)] [aptly|best|appropriately|pertinently|suitably] [characterizes|describes|depicts|exemplifies] bowel movement bleeding. Down the legs and into the toilet bowl, bright red droplets of blood trickle. Crimson red blood coats the stools. Bright red scarlet blood stains toilet tissue. Heartbeats may skip in alarm. What is happening?
There is no need to be unduly alarmed yet as the hemorrhaging (technical jargon for bleeding) may be the result of any one of 6 likely reasons. Troublesome to our daily routine but most of the 6 are minor in severity and treatable with the right approach. Nevertheless, vigilance will be wise. Closely monitor. Without delay, visit a medical doctor if bleeding, especially with pain continues for more than a week.
Accurate diagnosis can identify the precise cause to facilitate administration of appropriate treatment to solve the problem. More [alarmingly|critically|gravely|dangerously|perilously], bowel movement bleeding may be [the result of|the consequence of|caused by|a symptom of] some [type|form|class] of cancer.
Melena or Hematochezia
In medical circles, rectal bleeding is classified as hematochezia (maroon colored or bright red blood) or melena (black colored sticky or tarry stools). Described as rectal only for the reason that bleeding leaves the body via the rectum, the 6 causes are proctitis, anorectal fistulae, anal fissures, rectal prolapse, internal hemorrhoids and external hemorrhoids.
Proctitis
Proctitis is classified as an inflammatory bowel disease, a group of inflammatory conditions of the small intestine and the large intestine (colon). Inflammation is a healthy reaction of the body when its tissues are injured. Ironically, inflammation will itself cause further weakening if it does not discontinue upon completing its role of regenerating wounded tissue. Rectal proctitis is caused by ulcers which are erosion of the mucous membrane lining.
Among other symptoms, bowel movement bleeding is [a frequent feature|commonly encountered|a common encounter|a frequent occurrence]. Proctitis as the cause of rectal bleeding must be eliminated as it can lead to perforation of the rectum if left untreated.
Anorectal Fistulae
Between two or more unconnected internal organs, an anorectal fistula is a link-way that cuts right through. Frequently, it digs continuously, all the way to the surface of nearby skin. An anorectal fistula is one that opens out at the anal surface. Abnormal discharge of stools and urine via this fistula may occur.
Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis and ulcerative proctitis are among the inflammatory bowel diseases that can cause anorectal fistulae. [Quite apart from|Aside from|Apart from|Other than] infection pus, bowel movement bleeding is also one of the symptoms.
Speedy diagnosis of fistulae is crucial as it can be a result of peritonitis (abdominal lining inflammation) which can loss of life. Surgery and antibiotic therapy are normal treatment methods following tracing of the fistula’s complete path.
Anal Fissures
Fissure or tear, they mean the same thing. An anal fissure is a tear around the opening of the anus caused mainly by inordinate physical strain during constipation. A relaxed state of the anal sphincter muscles, both internal and external, is required for healthy bowel motion. Spasms of the internal sphincter muscles may result from pain caused by the fissures, further worsening the fissure. A [dangerous|vicious] cycle [develops|ensues|follows|occurs] [with the result of|resulting in|with the consequence of] [increased|more|added] pain and bowel movement bleeding.
Together with medication (steroids like hydrocortisone and local anaesthetics like lidocaine), a change in diet may relieve the inflammation and painful spasms.
Rectal Prolapse
An ancient sickness, the earliest chronicled rectal prolapse was in 1500 B.C.! A rare condition that afflicts primarily aged females, the rectum extends out from the anus to become visible outside the body. Weakened muscles, including external and internal sphincter muscles, and ligaments fail to hold the rectum in its place.
In addition, other complications including bowel movement difficulties arising from chronic diarrhea or incessant constipation may happen. Surgery is often the only treatment that works.
[Internal Hemorrhoids & External Hemorrhoids|External Hemorrhoids & Internal Hemorrhoids|Internal & External Hemorrhoids|External & Internal Hemorrhoids|Hemorrhoids - Internal & External|Hemorrhoids - External & Internal]
[Notwithstanding|In spite of|Regardless of] the above [disconcerting|somber|weighty|austere|grim] narration, it may be ironic relief that the most [common|frequent|prevalent] [cause of|reason for] bowel movement bleeding is hemorrhoids, both [external and internal|internal and external]. These are dealt with extensively at our site The Treatment Of Hemorrhoid.
Various solutions are present there to effectively deal with hemorrhoids. [Specifically|In particular], have a look at the H Miracle, an alternative solution presented by an ex-sufferer that promises natural solutions that not only work but [have lasting effect|are permanently effective|have lasting results].
Further Reading
If you are interested in finding more about this topic, we have a related post on Blood In Stool – 7 Possible Causes In The Colon at our site. Do check this out.
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