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Blood In Stool May Be Sign Of Serious Ailment, Says MDCAN President
President of the Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria Prof. Aminu Mohammad has said blood in the stool also known as rectal bleeding should not be ignored, warning that it could be a sign of a serious health conditions, including colorectal cancer.
Mohammad, a paediatric surgeon, warned that rectal bleeding, particularly if it is persistent or associated with other symptoms, should not be underestimated.
Speaking exclusively with reporters Healthwise, the physician noted that rectal bleeding, accompanied by symptoms such as weight loss, fatigue, or changes in bowel habits, warrants immediate medical attention
While acknowledging that rectal bleeding can result from a range of conditions, Professor Mohammad emphasised that colorectal cancer is one of the most serious possibilities, and often presents with such symptoms.