how to deal with bloody bowel movements

"How to deal with bloody bowel movements will vary, depending on the cause. For example, if the cause is hemorrhoids, one way to relieve the pain is to take a warm bath."

Thedoctormedical , united states – Bloody bowel movements are a condition that occurs when blood comes out during bowel movements. You should not underestimate the presence of bloody bowel movements. Because, the appearance of blood when defecating can be a sign of bleeding in the digestive tract.

Even so, bloody bowel movements can be treated. However, the treatment will vary, depending on the cause. Therefore, know a number of ways to deal with bloody bowel movements.

Defecating blood is a sign of what disease?
There are two causes of bloody bowel movements based on the location of the bleeding, namely:

1. Hematochezia

Hematochezia is a condition where fresh blood appears in the stool or feces. This health problem generally occurs due to bleeding in the lower digestive tract such as the colon or rectum.

In this condition, the blood that comes out with the stool will look red and still fresh. Because, bleeding hematochezia is usually located in an area not far from the rectum. Well, there are several conditions that can cause hematochezia, namely:

Hemorrhoids (hemorrhoids) or hemorrhoids . This condition is an enlargement or swelling that occurs in the rectum or the end of the large intestine or rectum.

Anal fissure. Is a wound that appears as a result of an injury to the anus. The anal fissure usually occurs due to constipation with large and hard feces.

Diverticulitis. Is an inflammatory condition or infection of the abnormally small pouches that form in the digestive tract (diverticula).
Intestinal inflammation. Enteritis is a general term to describe disorders that involve chronic inflammation of the digestive tract. Examples of inflammatory bowel disease are ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease.

 
Colon polyps. These are small lumps that form on the lining of the intestine, especially the colon or rectum.

 
Colon cancer. Is a condition where a malignant tumor grows in the large intestine, which is the last part of the digestive system.

2. Melena

Melena is a condition that occurs as a result of bleeding in the upper digestive tract or large intestine. When melena occurs, blood in the stool will appear dark black with an unpleasant odor.

This is because the blood mixes with enzymes and stomach acid. There are a number of conditions that can trigger melena, including:

Esophageal varices. This condition occurs due to abnormal enlargement of the veins located in the esophagus. The esophagus is the link between the esophagus and the stomach.

 
Esophagitis. Is an inflammatory condition of the lining of the esophagus due to GERD disease.
gastric ulcer . Gastric ulcers are sores that appear on the stomach wall due to the erosion of the lining of the stomach wall.

Mallory-Weiss syndrome. Is a tear in the tissue area of ​​the esophagus that borders the stomach.
gastritis. Conditions when the stomach lining becomes irritated, inflamed or eroded.
gastric cancer.  Is an abnormal cell growth that begins in the stomach.

How to Overcome Bloody CHAPTER
There are many factors that can trigger bloody bowel movements, so the treatment will vary depending on the cause. However, here are some options for dealing with bloody bowel movements in general:

1. Home Remedies

Home remedies can be first aid in mild cases of bloody bowel movements. For example, if the cause is hemorrhoids, one way to relieve the pain is to take a warm bath. In addition, applying over-the-counter or prescription creams can also reduce irritation.

However, if the cause of bloody bowel movements is an anal fissure due to constipation, treating constipation allows the fissure to heal. In addition, there are a number of home treatments to reduce the risk of bloody bowel movements, such as:

Consumption of high fiber foods.
Exercise regularly to prevent constipation.
Keeping the anal area clean.
Stay well hydrated.

2. Medical Treatment

If home remedies for constipation don't work, then medical treatment should be an option. If the cause is hemorrhoids , bloody bowel movements may require more invasive treatment. The medical treatment for hemorrhoids is a rubber band ligation procedure, laser treatment or surgical removal.

Meanwhile, if the cause is an anal fissure, bloody bowel movements can heal by itself. But the doctor may prescribe antibiotics if an infection develops.

Meaning of Blood Color According to the Cause

Bloody chapters can cause a different color and texture of blood. Here's the explanation:

1. Bright red

Bright red blood color can be a sign of bleeding in the colon, rectum, or anus. There are several conditions that can be the cause, such as hemorrhoids, anal fistulas, intestinal polyps, colon cancer, intestinal infections, and sexually transmitted diseases.

2. Dark red

Dark red or maroon color can be a sign of bleeding in the large intestine or small intestine. This condition can arise due to diverticular disease, intestinal tumors, and inflammation of the colon.

3. Black

Beware if blood during bowel movements is black and accompanied by an unpleasant odor. Because this condition can be a sign of bleeding or injury to the esophagus, stomach, or duodenum.