5. Consistently Red-Colored Stool: A Marker of Continuous Bleeding
Red-colored stools are hard to miss. They point towards continuous bleeding. This bleeding often comes from the colon or rectum. But, there are other factors to explore here.
First, consider the foods you’ve been eating. Foods like tomatoes or red peppers can color stools. They might give off a reddish hue. It’s not blood but can seem like it. So, always cross-check your diet when you spot red stools.
But, if it’s not food, it’s a cause for concern. Prolonged episodes of red stools need medical advice. They can be due to conditions like colorectal cancer or polyps. Both demand immediate medical intervention.
Again, the consistency and frequency matter. A one-off red stool might not be alarming. But regular episodes? They require a deeper dive into your health. It’s always best to be safe and consult with a health professional. (5)
