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The need to go!

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sue24324
sue24324

the past couple of days i have had the feeling that i want to go to pass a stool but nothing comes, im not constipated as i have been to the loo but i have a constant pressure feeling in my back passage. 

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  • cybersharque
    cybersharque sue24324

    Posted

    This is tenesmus. I hate to tell you this, but the dd (differential diagnosis) of tenesmus includes colorectal cancer. Have it looked at, because CR cancer is curable if caught early.
  • craig84609
    craig84609 sue24324

    Posted

    It could be cancer, but an internal hemeroid can also cause this feeling. If you have been somewhat constapated and have to strain to go this can swell up a roid and cause iritation of the nerves that signal your brain that it is time to go. It should be checked out but it doesn't have to be cancer. It can be, but I like to look at the brighter side. Try not to worry but get in to see a doctor, OK.
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