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Definitely blood in stool isn't normal it could just be from not being able to go to bathroom well but it still should not be there
You might have an infection in your colon. Something similar happened to me. I would try taking something to help regulate you like a laxative, and if that doesn't help, then definitely go see a doctor! Good luck!
Sounds like you could have a food sensitivity/intolerance. I have very rare bowel movements (like it will take 4 days) if I eat ANY wheat or gluten...so I cute that out of my diet, along with dairy and yeast, about 4 years ago. I would recommend eliminating wheat and seeing if that helps....
And, props for eating healthy!
Blood in the stool is not normal. You should at the very least get this cecked out because it could have a number of causes. Most of the time it is minor ailments that cause blood in the stool, but sometimes it can be due to more serious problems so it's better to be safe than sorry!
If you're running a fever and also fidning blood in your stool it could be a sign of an infection. Another thing you could ask your doctor about is gastritis. It's a condition that causes irritation in the bowels. A coupld of years ago I had to make a visit to the emergency room because I had let similar symptoms build up until they made me really ill. It was a simple fix, but I had waited so long that I made myself get in pretty bad shape. My stomach was severly bloated and I couldn't keep any food down. Turns out it was all caused by an untreated stomach ulcer and some irritated bowels as a result.
Best to go get checked out.
Not to be gross - but can you tell if the blood is actually in your stool or is it irritation from perhaps have a bowel movement that was too large/hard?
Either way, you should probably check with a doctor just to be safe.
You should go see a gastrointerologist--i have chronic constipation and will get really bloated after 3 or 4 days and just feel awful, so I feel your pain. I've been struggling for years to get regular. Not fun. I don't have a food sensitivity issue, but I was tested for a few and my dr put me on something called Kristalose, which is like a prescription version of Miralax and it has helped a LOT. If i'm diligent about taking it--it's hard to remember. Don't suffer--go see a GI doctor. There could be a LOT of reasons you are bloated and aren't pooping right! Ugh i feel your pain and hope you feel better soon! You'll wonder why you didn't see a dr earlier....although they may give you a colonoscopy which isn't a walk in the park =\
Well, blood in your stool is not normal. I used to have a similar issue, so I just changed some things in my diet. Instead of taking laxatives, I suggest adding nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans, etc.). I put a few chopped nuts in my oatmeal or my fiber cereal every morning (along with some sliced strawberries), and I have no problems. That might help.
The blood in the stool is only on occasion, so i don't know how significant of a factor that is. I eat raw almonds on a normal basis as a snack. I'll call the doctor and make an appointment. Anyone else who has advice, i would love hear from you. Thanks!
@bridget_124: I'm sorry you are in pain. While I haven't had blood in my stools, I've had digestive problems. I went to a gastro doctor and I was gaining weight bad (I was always at a healthy weight until I had issues with digestion). I always ate healthy too. They gave me a colonosopy and found out that my instestine was long and told me to go on the South Beach diet. He said that having long intestines may have made it harder/longer for me to digest food. Since, then I have lost weight. I realized that eating pototoes, white rice, and white bread were the main issues for me.
ETA: I also only drink 1% milk and skinny cow (which is made with 1% milk). That made a huge difference for me.
In the meantime between now and the doctor maybe try doubling up on the probiotic yogurt and acidophilus...couldn't hurt! (unless your concerned about the dairy allergy)
If you have recently increased the amount of fiber by a lot, it can also lead to side effects like bloating. Definitely follow up with your Dr!
I think that any time someone has an issue where they have to ask if they should call the doctor, then they should probably call the doctor.
Good luck.
I agree you should contact your doctor. FWIW, excepting the blood (maybe if it's coming from breaking skin/fissures b/c of difficulty going to the bathroom...) it sounds like the symptoms I was having when I was eating too few calories for my body, and stuffing myself on fiber and water so I wouldn't feel as hungry.
Ok, that leads to my next question. If i'm eating too few of calories (which i wouldn't disagree) why is it still so hard for me to loose weight. Eating this many calories at a healthy weight is the only way that i drop the pounds, if i eat more than that i pack them on. Ughh My body is way too confusing!
You definately need to call the doctor. they are going to ask you a cuple of questions:
Is your stool streacked with blood, are you stools hard to pass, etc, which would suggest the blood is caused by trauma when pasisng the stool.
More concerns comes when your stool is black and tarry which would suggest you are bleeding somewhere inside the intestinal tract.
As a nurse I call tell you that it can be so many things ranging from diet related caauses to cancer. You need to call your doctor.
@bridget_124: If you're eating too little and not losing weight, you may be in what's referred to as "starvation mode." Here's a really simplified explanation. Say I need 2000 calories to function generally, and maintain my weight. If I eat 1750, my body starts making up the difference from fat stores. But if I eat way too few, like 1000, my body says "hey, wait a minute, famine coming" and my metabolism slows way down and starts storing more fat to prepare for that famine. (Then if you eat even fewer, like 500, your body goes "holy crap, emergency!" and starts burning muscle tissue instead of fat because it's easier to turn into energy.)
If eating a healthier amount is causing you to gain weight, it could be some sort of thyroid issue. It might also be that you've slowed your metabolism by eating too little and that's causing you to gain weight. You may be underweight or below your body's natural "set point" so your body is holding onto every bit it can. Or you may have some sort of underlying medical issue ESPECIALLY if the blood you're seeing is more than just little bits from tearing external tissue.
Definitely call the doc. 1) blood is bad... you never know, so it's best to just get it checked out. 2) if you're keeping a log of food and portions consumed and you KNOW you're eating very few calories and not losing weight, you could have an issue with your thyroid/metabolism. 3) if you're having so few bowel movements, you might have other issues like cealiac/gluten intolerance or a partial blockage...definitely something you want diagnosed as it can hinder weightloss and become life threatening if left alone. If you REALLY want to avoid the doctor, you could try adding lots of cardio to your regimine. I had a doctor told me that running or similar activities could help regulate me a lot faster than food.
Good luck! Sorry you're dealing with this!
I have a little info on this as my mom had emergency this past year for a bowel obsturction and I have a condition which can cause constipation (TMI..I'm sorry).
1) Blood in stool - this can be very normal or cause for alarm. If the blood is bright red then it shouldn't be cause for too much alarm. Bright red blood means a fissure in the rectum or a hemorroid, generally caused by hard stools or pushing too hard (like in cases of constipation). Now, if the bood is a darker color (purplish, merlot, etc) than that is cause for concern as that can be a sign of colon disease, i.e. colon cancer.
2) Only having a bowel movement every 3 or 4 days, definately go to the doctor! Generally is not normal! This is what my mother lived with for 15 years and is what caused her emergency surgery. She eats very healthy and has plenty of fiber but it didn't change a thing and doctors wouldn't listen. Turns out she had a bowel obstruction caused by her Hysterectomy 20 years ago!!! Her scar tissue grew and wrapped around her small intestine causing a slow and painful bowel obstruction that lasted almost 2 decades until it closed up and cut off blood supply!! Now it may not be this drastic but it's just an example of what can happen. I'm sure there are hundreds of other reasons this could be happened. If unsure, talk to your doctor!
When my sister started her ulcerative colitis she was getting some blood... but I think with UC there's usually significant pain involved (not just bloating etc). I'm glad you're going to see the doctor!
I have similar problems. I take a lot of metamucil EVERY night, don't eat bread or much dairy. Eat lots of dried fruits, get rid of coffee and soda and fast food. And yes, you should see the doctor. Exercising def helps too. Some people just aren't regular though. But I think you should go see a doc and tehn get a referral to a GI doc.
I'm sorry you're experiencing this! I had that same problem several years ago. It was making me feel tired (falling asleep sitting up!) and just plain sick. I did a lot of research on the internet and came across Dr.Natura and I swear by it. I was happy if I had a BM every 3 or 4 days, and it was killing me. I went on this program, and at the end of the 3 months I felt like a brand new person! It cleans you completely out! Read the reviews, and be careful with the tea. Start out steeping it for the minimum amount of time, and gradually work your way up, but it really does work!! I get very occasional constipation every now and then (but I know which foods cause it), but never like I used to. SO was having the same problem shortly after we moved in together, and I ordered a kit for him. He's been regular ever since too. I do it about once a year now, just for the general detox. I can't recommend it enough. Best of luck!!
Here's the site: http://www.drnatura.com/colonix_program.php
Prenatals..I just did some research and seen that this could be a side effect from prenatals. I started taking these vitamins about a month ago and never gave it a thought. Has anyone had problems with constipation from prenatals?
please see your physician. It is never appropriate to look to strangers online for medical advice.
I have a rule that if I ever think I MIGHT need to call the Dr I do. Because what happens on that one occasion that I decide not to and I get seriously ill or worse. For your own safety and well being I would recommend calling the Dr. If nothing else they will tell you that you are healthy as can be and you can walk out confident nothing is wrong rather than stressing over it.
Black or tarry stools (blood in the stools) can indicate something dangerous like cancer, an ulcer, etc. If the blood is red and sort of "on" the stools instead of something that got mixed in with them, that might mean hemorrhoids or something. Either way, I highly recommend going to a doctor. If you are near a metropolitan area, look for "walk-in" or "express" clinics - this way you can walk right in, it's less pressure, and less expensive than going to an urgent care center or ER.
@bridget_124: Prenatal vitamins have a lot more iron than regular multi-vitamins, and iron supplements are known to cause constipation, so that could definitely be causing you problems. Have you ever tried high-fiber cereals, like Fiber One? That has worked for me. Also dried fruit--like prunes and apricots. I have to eat like an old lady. I often think I am getting enough fiber, but unless I'm super conscious about it, I will go for days without pooping too. It's the worst feeling.
But you should probably see your doctor anyway, because who knows what could be the real issue? When it comes to blood in your stool you probably shouldn't mess around.
Please call the doctor and get this dealt with by a professional. I know going to the doctor can be scary or seem like a waste of time, but you can never be too careful with your health.
This needs to be looked into by a professional, not a message board on the internet.
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I have been married for almost 3 months, so before that i was eating very healthy. I was able to loose weight but it was extremely hard for me and i was on a strict 1200 calorie limit. Now, I’ve been eating more fiber and other foods that i restricted myself of before. I'm still eating healthy and drinking tons of water. I really haven't changed much, except I'm not doing as intense of exercise. I'm still only having a bowel movement once every 3 or 4 days, i feel like I’m bloated constantly, i can't loose weight and at times when i do have a bowel movement i find blood. I know gross. I drink tons of water at least 100 ounces per day, plus i eat a healthy diet. What gives...i feel like I’m inflating literally! This is embarrassing and I’m not sure if i should contact my doctor.