How serious is it to have blood in your stool?

Question

AND what are some of the reasons for it?

Answer 1

The most common cause of blood in stools is hemorrhoids. These are caused by constipation. Try eating green vegetables, drinking 8 glasses of water a day and taking a teaspoon of mineral oil.  If the problem persists, see a doctor to rule out colon cancer.

Answer 2

I just recently had that problem due to hemorrhoids. It only lasted for about 3 days, and I'm pretty sure it was because I was constipated. I found that eating more fiber helped soften the stool and it didn't irritate them as much.

If it's dark red or purplish, that could be because of intestinal bleeding, but if it's bright red, it's usually just hemorrhoids or irritation at the opening.

Answer 3

You might have a bladder infection.  Go see a doctor to rule out any serious stuff.