What could be causing blood clots in stool?

Answer by  JuliaJolie (415)

Blood clots in your feces can be caused by food poisoning or an infection or bleed in the gastrointestinal tract. See a GP to schedule a biopsy.

Answer by  swizz (390)

Blood clots in stool could be caused by Anal fissure in which the rectal lining is torn. Another cause might be a problem in your colon; hemorrhoid also causes blood clots in stool.

Answer by  Midnyt (26)

Blood in the stool may be caused by diverticulitis. This disorder is the result of scabby material in the intestine that sloughs off. The second cause is colo-rectal cancer. If you are experiencing blood in your stool, contact your physicial immediately.

Answer by  Pookie24 (74)

It could be parasites that feed on blood, hemorrhoids, colon cancer, a problem with certain drugs, or maybe something you ate was not well digested and had sharp corners.

Answer by  cio (64)

Blood passed with stool may be a sign of gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding. Causes include Meckels diverticulum, ulcers, esophageal varices, maybe even colon cancer.

Answer by  Cheryll (152)

Blood clots in a stool or melena in medical term have different causes. Examples of the diseases are Dengue Hemmorhagic Fever and Internal Hemorrhoids. Dengue Hemorrhagic Fever is the decrease of platelet count in blood that results to gastrointestinal bleeding. Internal Hemorrhoid is the appearance of varicose due to frequent constipation.

Answer by  crazycool (145)

It usually just means your stool is too big. You've been pushing out such large pieces that your intestines can't handle it and actually burst and bleed a little bit when you have to poop. You need more fiber. This will loosen up your stools so you can go to the bathroom easier.

Answer by  Roopa (74)

Blood clots in stool show that there is ulcer in the stomach. Food being taken in irregular intervals and that contains excessive oil are major reasons for ulcer.