Blood in Stool: Could it Be Due to Piles, Anal Fissure or Something Serious?

When there is blood in your stools, you will be frightened. In case there are piles and fissure, both could be some of the most common causes of rectal bleeding. However, there are health conditions that can cause the blood to appear in the stools.

If you are a resident of Ahmedabad and there is blood in your stools, going to a gastroenterologist will help diagnose the problem and offer treatment.

Could Blood in Stools Mean Piles?

Yes, piles (hemorrhoids) can lead to bright-red blood in stool either during or immediately after defecation. Other signs of piles include:

• An itch around the anus
• Swelling and irritation
• Lump formation near the anus
• Blood after defecation
• Prolapse in certain cases

Constipation and straining can cause piles, but all cases of blood in stool are not due to piles.

Symptoms of Piles and Fissure

An anal fissure is described as an open wound that develops in the skin surrounding the anus because of constipation or passing hard stool.

The presence of piles might result in the passage of bright red blood and the sensation of itching and swelling, but when you have an anal fissure, you will experience pain in addition to bleeding.

Because of similarities in the symptoms, visiting the doctor is highly recommended to get the right diagnosis for your condition.

When is Bloody Stool Considered Serious?

Visiting the doctor is extremely important when you have:

• Heavy bleeding
• Stool that appears dark or black like tar
• Stool that looks dark-red or maroon
• Diarrhoea mixed with blood
• Fainting
• Painful abdomen
• Tiredness.

Piles Treatments in Ahmedabad

Looking for piles treatments in Ahmedabad? The first thing to do is to make sure that your bleeding is due to piles.

This can be achieved by adopting certain diet changes, using medications, or going through treatments like rubber band ligation, sclerotherapy, or surgery.

Constipation, adequate fiber intake, fluid intake, and straining avoidance may also play an important role.

Questions That Are Often Asked

Is the presence of bright-red blood always due to piles in stool?

Not necessarily. Bright red blood may be associated with piles, anal fissures and some other disorders. Prolonged or unexplained bleeding should be examined by your doctor.

Does constipation lead to blood in stool?

Yes. Constipation associated with hard stool and straining may also cause piles and anal fissures which may result in bleeding from the rectum.

When do I see my doctor about bloody stool?

Visit your doctor if you are having recurrent, prolonged or unexplained bleeding. Visit urgently if you have heavy bleeding, black colored stools, dizziness, fainting or abdominal pain.

Visit Dr. Ruchir Bhavsar in Ahmedabad

Do you suffer from blood in stool, piles or anal fissure? The underlying reason can be determined with a proper examination.

Dr. Ruchir Bhavsar is a Gastroenterologist in Ahmedabad