BLOODY STOOLS
Bloody stools, which are also called hematochezia, are when red or maroon-colored blood comes out in the stool. It is a sign that can be caused by many different stomach problems.
Bloody stool causes include:
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is chronic digestive tract inflammation. Crohn's and ulcerative colitis often cause bloody stools.
Gastrointestinal infections: Bloody stools can result from bacterial or viral infections. Campylobacter, Salmonella, and Shigella are common infections.
Diverticulitis: Diverticulitis inflamed or infected colon pouches. Diverticulitis causes bloody stools.
Colorectal cancer: Colorectal cancer affects the colon or rectum. Colorectal cancer causes abdominal pain, weight loss, and bloody stools.
Haemorrhoids: swollen rectum or anus veins can cause bleeding during bowel movements.
Anal fissures: Small tears in the anus lining can cause bleeding during bowel movements.
Polyps: Polyps in the colon or rectum can bleed and become cancerous..
Symptoms of bloody stools include:
Abdominal pain or cramping
Diarrhoea or constipation
Fatigue
Nausea or vomiting
Weight loss
Anaemia