Is pooping blood clots serious

Blood clots in stool can have a number of possible causes, some of which are more serious than others. Though blood clots in stool are invariably the result of gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding, the bleeding might be from the upper GI tract (including the esophagus and stomach) or the lower GI tract (including the colon and rectum).

The possible causes can range from readily treated conditions like hemorrhoids and anal fissures to much more serious ones like ulcerative colitis and colon cancer, so it's important to see a healthcare provider immediately.

This article explores the possible causes of blood clots in stool, including how different conditions cause different types of blood clots.

Blood clots in stool pictures

It also explains how the conditions are treated and when it is time to see a healthcare provider.

Types of Blood Clots in Stool

A blood clot is a gel-like clump of blood, also known as a thrombus. Blood clots can be beneficial as they stop bleeding from a cut or injury.

But when clots are found in your stool, it is an indication of in

large blood clots in poo

large blood clots in your stool