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Blood in Stool and Other Symptoms

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davea85
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About 6 weeks ago, I noticed some blood on toilet paper after I wiped; I didn't think much of it at the time. About 2 weeks later, there was blood in my stool and in the toilet water. This has persisted with each bowel movement since, along diarrhea and constipation. My blood work showed low iron (likely due to the blood loss), white cell count was slightly elevated, and SED rate was elevated. I have zero nausea and zero pain/discomfort. Just occasional cramps probably from excess gas. With all of this, the word "cancer' floods my mind. I am only 40. My mother had ulcerative colitis with colon cancer later on as a complication from the colitis. Could there be several likely causes? Is cancer at the top of the list? I already have an appointment scheduled with a Gastro doctor, but I would appreciate any feedback from doctors or people who have had similar symptoms.

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