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Rectal Polyps : Symptoms

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Rectal Polyps
The cause of most rectal polyps is unknown, however a diet high in animal fat and red meat, and low in fiber, is thought to encourage polyp formation. Some types of polyps are hereditary.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine

Specific Symptom Articles

Rectal bleeding
Rectal bleeding is a common problem, often caused by constipation, anal fissures or hemorrhoids. It can be an indication of serious occult disease and should be evaluated by a physician.
Source:Healthline
Date:November 30, 2007
Gastrointestinal bleeding
Gastrointestinal(GI) bleeding refers to any bleeding that starts in the gastrointestinal tract, which extends from the mouth to the anus.The amount of bleeding can range from nearly undetectable to acute, massive, and life threatening.Bleeding may...
Source:ADAM
Date:January 28, 2009
Rectal Bleeding
Rectal bleeding refers to dark or red blood that you see with a bowel movement or at times between bowel movements. You may notice the blood in the toilet or on your toilet tissue. You should always contact your doctor if you notice rectal bleeding.
Source:StayWell
Understanding Rectal Bleeding
Rectal bleeding is when blood passes through your rectum and anus. It can occur with or without a bowel movement. Rectal bleeding may be a sign of a serious problem in the rectum, colon, or upper GI tract. Call your doctor right away if you have any rectal bleeding.
Source:StayWell
Evaluating and Treating Rectal Bleeding
Your doctor will do a medical evaluation to find the site and cause of your bleeding. He or she will ask about your health and examine you. Certain procedures may also be done to help confirm the diagnosis and plan your treatment.
Source:StayWell
Understanding New and Severe Abdominal Pain
New and severe abdominal pain always needs to be closely evaluated by a doctor. It is frequently a sign of serious illness.
Source:StayWell
Recurring Abdominal Pain
Repeated episodes of abdominal pain can arise from a variety of medical causes, including some serious conditions. Everyone who has unexplained abdominal pain requires a medical evaluation by a doctor.
Source:StayWell
Abdominal Pain in Children
Most of the time, children with mild abdominal pain are not seriously ill; the symptoms go away in a day or two and can be managed at home. However, if your child has severe abdominal pain or has a bellyache along with frequent vomiting, you should contact your child's pediatrician.
Source:StayWell
Abdominal Pain in Children
Abdominal pain is very common in children, and in many cases there's no serious cause. But stomach pain can sometimes point to a serious problem, such as appendicitis, so it is important to know when to seek help.
Source:StayWell
Bloody or tarry stools
Bloody stools often indicate an injury or disorder in the digestive tract. Your doctor may use the term"melena" to describe black, tarry, and foul-smelling stools or"hematochezia" to describe red- or maroon-colored stools.Stools- bloody; Hematoche...
Source:ADAM
Date:January 11, 2009
Abdominal pain
Abdominal pain is pain that you feel anywhere between your chest and groin. This is often referred to as the stomach region or belly.Stomach pain; Pain- abdomen; Belly ache; Abdominal cramps.There are many organs in the abdomen.
Source:ADAM
Date:April 25, 2008
Antispasmodic Drugs
Antispasmodic drugs relieve cramps or spasms of the stomach, intestines, and bladder.Antispasmodic drugs have been used to treat stomach cramps. Traditionally, they were used to treat stomach ulcers, but for this purpose they have largely been rep...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
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