When to Be Worried About Rectal Bleeding - Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention

Explore the causes and implications of rectal bleeding in this informative 13-minute video from the Institute of Human Anatomy. Learn about the digestive tract, interpret blood color significance, and understand various conditions from minor issues like excessive wiping to more serious concerns such as hemorrhoids, anal fissures, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and colorectal cancer. Discover prevention tips, treatment options, and when to seek medical attention. Gain valuable insights into identifying symptoms, understanding the differences between internal and external hemorrhoids, and recognizing warning signs of potential colorectal polyps and cancer. This educational content aims to increase awareness about gastrointestinal health and emphasizes the importance of proper medical consultation for rectal bleeding concerns.

0:00 - Intro
1:06 - The Digestive Tract Explained
1:56 - What Blood Color Can Tell You
2:36 - Overzealous Wiping!?
3:14 - Be Nicer to Your Anus
4:37 - Hemorrhoids: Internal vs External
5:44 - Identifying Bleeding from Hemorrhoids
5:56 - Causes and Treatments of Hemorrhoids
7:12 - Preventing Hemorrhoids
7:38 - Anal Fissures: Another Cause of Rectal Bleeding
8:12 - How to Treat Anal Fissures
8:41 - Inflammatory Bowel Disease IBD: What You Need to Know
10:05 - What Black, Tarry Stool Means
10:57 - Colorectal Polyps and Cancer: Signs & Symptoms
11:45 - Detecting Colorectal Polyps and Cancer
12:41 - Final Thoughts