When should I go to the doctor for blood in stool?
When should I go to the doctor for blood in stool?
If you are experiencing bloody stools or bleeding from a bowel movement, you may need to see a doctor. Seek immediate medical attention if you are experiencing fever, excessive weakness, vomiting, or seeing large amounts of blood in your stool.
What will a doctor do if you have blood in your stool?
Treatment for blood in stool Depending on the cause, your doctor may recommend: Medication — antibiotics, anti-inflammatories or medications to suppress stomach acid are commonly prescribed to stop rectal bleeding. Surgery — could be required to repair or remove digestive tract abnormalities.
How do doctors detect bloody stool?
The fecal occult blood test (FOBT) is a lab test used to check stool samples for hidden (occult) blood. Occult blood in the stool may indicate colon cancer or polyps in the colon or rectum — though not all cancers or polyps bleed.