Rectal Bleeding Post Surgery

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Jlschueler
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Rectal Bleeding Post Surgery

Postby Jlschueler » Fri Jul 12, 2019 1:14 pm

Hello,
I had surgery for stage 3 rectal cancer in October, and an ileostomy was put in place. The margins from the surgery came back clear. I have had 2 clear CT scans since then (11/18 and 5/19). I have recently had 2 instances of bright red blood when wiping (very small amount), as well as some increased mucus and rectal pressure. Has anyone else experienced this? I have a call in to see my surgeon (I need to schedule my reversal anyway), but just wanted to see if this was abnormal.

Eleda
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Re: Rectal Bleeding Post Surgery

Postby Eleda » Fri Jul 12, 2019 2:13 pm

To set ur mind at ease I've had the same....

Its the stitches in he anastomosis ( I assume)
I'm post reversal and have Evan more bleeding but agian assume it's the anastomosis ( mine is coloanal)
My numbers are low and had a a rectal exam during reversal, so I'm not concerned
If u are contact ur surgeon for peace of mind

ADELE x
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