Stool is another word for "bowel movement". If you have bleeding in your stool, you may see bright red blood after the following conditions: - On toilet paper - In the toilet, after bathing - On the surface or with feces In some cases, bloody stools may look like tar instead of blood. Tar-like stools are often seen due to bleeding in the upper digestive tract. ### Hemorrhoids Hemorrhoids are swollen blood vessels in the anus that can usually cause itching and pain... An anal fissure is a superficial wound or tear in the cell lining of the anus... Sometimes bloody stools are serious and can be a sign of cancer or other digestive tract problems... What symptoms should you watch out for?. If you have any of the following symptoms, it can indicate a serious problem, and it is better to see a specialist doctor... - Itching or pain in the anus... - Itching or burning during defecation. - Fever, weight loss and night sweats - Diarrhea - When you want to defecate but are unable to do it - Abdominal pain - Dark red or black stools - Change in stool pattern, hardness or normality - Bleeding that lasts for a long time and is reversible Should I see a doctor? If you see blood in the stool, it is better to see a doctor as soon as possible... In most cases, there may not be a serious illness, but bloody stool should be checked by a doctor... Are there any tests for this? Your doctor will decide which tests are needed based on your individual circumstances, symptoms, and age, but the most common tests doctors use to find the cause of bloody stools are as follows: ### Rectal examination The doctor will examine your anus or may even use a finger for a more detailed examination... ### Anoscopy Examination and observation of the anal canal may be done by the doctor using an anoscope... In the doctor's office, a small tube is inserted through the anus... The tube goes a little lower (rectum and part of the large intestine) and the doctor can see inside it... ### Sigmoidoscopy or colonoscopy For these tests, the doctor inserts a thin tube into the anus. Then the tube is guided upwards.. Another name is the colon. This tube has a camera connected to it through which the doctor can see the inside of the body. Also, during these tests, the doctor can examine tissue samples under a blood microscope. Treatment depends on the extent of your disease. Sometimes you may not even need treatment. - Fiber supplements and medicines to keep the stool soft - Sitting in warm water several times a day for 15 minutes - Ointments and creams used inside the anus that are prescribed to reduce pain, itching and swelling.. - Stronger drugs in the field of digestive diseases. Can bloody stool be treated? If you have hemorrhoids, you can reduce the chance of bloody stools by drinking plenty of fluids and eating lots of fiber. Fiber is found in fruits, vegetables, and grains. You may also need medications that prevent constipation. What to do if a child or infant has bloody stools? In children and infants, bloody stools can be a sign of the following symptoms: - Anal fissure caused by large and hard stools - A condition that causes milk or soy not to be digested - Infection by virus or bacteria or food poisoning - Diseases that affect the digestive system If you see signs of blood on your child's diaper or intestines, it is better to see a doctor as soon as possible > To schedule an appointment, you can call 051 (38704066) every day.... > > Office address: Mashhad, Kausar Blvd., between Kausar 2 and 4 - Farabi Building - 2nd floor **Gastroenterologist in Mashhad** ==================================== **\*Gastroenterologist in Mashhad\***Blood stool in babies