Many patients are hesitant to discuss or seek help for hemorrhoids and their related symptoms. Rest assured that hemorrhoids are incredibly common, and with treatment you can say goodbye to bothersome symptoms.
The most common misconception about rectal bleeding is that it is coming from hemorrhoids.
Hemorrhoids can be the cause of rectal bleeding; however, there are many other conditions that can cause rectal bleeding. These conditions include but are not limited to, colon cancer/rectal cancer, anal fissures, constipation, polyp(s), and Inflammatory Bowel Disease, such as Crohn’s and Ulcerative colitis. Please visit this link to see all causes of rectal bleeding http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/rectal-bleeding/MY00573/DSECTION=causes.
To determine the source of rectal bleeding, an anorectal exam should be performed by a qualified provider as well as a colonoscopy. Doing both of these procedures will allow Dr. Perryman to diagnose the source of the bleeding and determine treatment.
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Anal itching can strike out of nowhere and escalate into an irresistible urge to scratch. An evaluation can help you get answers, treatment, and relief from persistent itching.