The Top 10 Symptoms of Lower Gastrointestinal Bleeding (LGIB) and How to Recognize Them

8. Changes in Bowel Habits: The Overlooked Clues

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Changes in Bowel Habits The Overlooked Clues
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Bowel habits vary. But sudden changes, like constipation or diarrhea, can signal LGIB.

Our bowels have a rhythm. A sudden shift, especially if prolonged, should raise eyebrows.

Inflammation or bleeding in the GI tract can disrupt normal bowel movements. Conditions like colorectal polyps might be at play.

While irregular bowel habits can be uncomfortable, it’s the underlying cause that matters. (8)

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